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101. (movies) use when:You’re in a meeting at work and you’ve been told that a project you planned is going well.

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Excellent…

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  1. (movies) use when: You ask a friend a question. and she answers but doesn’t seem sure about her answer.
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Is that your final answer?

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  1. (movies) use when: Someone asks you to do something that you absolutely don’t want to do.
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Homey don’t play that

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  1. (movies) use when: It means that the decision has been made and can’t be changed.
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The tribe has spoken

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  1. (movies) use when: You’re saying “goodbye” to your buddies who work at a local comic book store.
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Live long and prosper

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  1. (movies) use when: You unexpectedly see a friend at the supermarket. so you sneak up on him and surprise him with this phrase.
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What’s up. doc?

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  1. (movies) You’re leading a meeting at work. and someone is going to give a presentation. You invite her to the front of the room with this phrase.
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Come on down.

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  1. (movies) use when : Your roommate cooked something in your frying pan. burnt something. and lef the pan on the stove with the bottom completely black.
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you have to explain what happened

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  1. (movies) use when Whenever something makes u mad: You’re driving on a highway and you accidentally drive past the exit you were supposed to get off at.
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D’oh

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  1. (movies) phrases show surprise.
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Holy (something) / Holy fashion disaster / Holy smoke!” / “Holy cow!”/ “Holy shit!

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111.(movies) guy used when he met a woman he was attracted to her

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How you doin’?

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  1. (movies) use to A coworker is moving into the office next to us
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Won’t you be my neighbor?

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  1. (movies) use when : Your friend is teasing you about how badly you drive. so you reply with this phrase.
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What are you talking about. Becks?

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  1. This means to send a message quickly
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I’ll shoot her an e-mail and find out where we stand.

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115.Ask why a person decided to do something at a certain time

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What prompted you to contact me?

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116.means “kind of a lot”:

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The material seems durable and there is a good deal of padding along the back and straps for a comfortable fit.

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  1. Correct what someone has just said with this phrase
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It’s you who should be worried. my friend.

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  1. Ask this when you’re looking for a room at a hotel:
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Hi. Do you have any vacancies?

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119.This phrase means to survive on your own

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Looks like you’ll have to fend for yourself for a few days.

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  1. speaking English trains your mouth to create English sounds/ prepares your brain to put sentences together on the fly/ must speak to make real improvement.
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Listening is diet/ and speaking is exercise.

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  1. Use this idiom to talk about something that’s emotionally important to you
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That region holds a special place in my heart.

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  1. word used when you can send a message to someone by closing one eye quickly
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I think the guy in the fedora just winked at me.

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  1. adverb used When something might be different than it appears
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It’s about this seemingly normal suburban couple who are actually undercover spies.

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  1. phrase means “too high to be measured”
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These readings are off the charts!

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  1. Use this phrase to switch to a new topic
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Moving on. let’s review the differences between ionic and covalent bonds.

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  1. What do you call the person who the boss trusts the most?
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This guy over there with the dreadlocks. Johnny… he’s kind of the boss’s right hand man.

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  1. Tell people that you’re dealing with a problem
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I’m on it.

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  1. What verb and preposition should you use to talk about a diet
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I’ve been on one of those low-carb diets for the last few months.

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  1. phrase to compare something with other things that are at the same level
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It’s not bad… for what it is.

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  1. means “turn right”
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Make a right at the next light.

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  1. add this when it’s important to be on time:
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We tee off at 9am sharp. See you there!

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  1. This means to do something that you missed earlier
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Thanks. but I can’t. I have a lot to catch up on.

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  1. clean out” the inside of a space that has a large mess in it
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clean out the refridgerator
clean out your car
clean out your desk

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  1. clean off” a flat surface
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clean off the counter/ clean off the whiteboard/ clean off your windshield

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  1. clean up” a room or a larger area
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clean up your bedroom/ the city/ after the concert/ hard drive

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  1. Explain that something used to be higher. but now is lower.
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They’re down to four teams now.

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  1. phrase for reluctantly praising someone?
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I’ve got to hand it to you: you’ve really stepped up these last few weeks.

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  1. This means to do badly in a speech or performance
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Let’s say you go up on stage and completely bomb. So what? What’s the worst that can happen?

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  1. means that the medicine doesn’t start working immediately
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The doctor said that it would take a few days for the antibiotics to take effect.

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  1. phrase means to start a conversation with someone
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She’s always striking up conversations with total strangers.

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  1. formal way to say “tell the police”
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If you notice anything suspicious/ please alert the authorities immediately.

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  1. phrase means that you’re in front of someone. and keeping them from seeing something:
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Oh. I’m sorry. Am I blocking your view?

43
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  1. Say “good night” to a child this way
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Night night!

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  1. This means that you heard something by accident
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I couldn’t help but overhear you saying something about a film festival. Are you a filmmaker?

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  1. Talk about something that you want someone to do
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Excuse me. I could use a little help..

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  1. This means to leave a parking spot or a driveway
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Before you pull out. check in your rear view mirror to see if there’s anyone behind the car

47
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  1. Explain what your best choice is in a bad situation
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We might as well sell it for scrap metal.

48
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  1. call a place where old people live and are cared for
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I didn’t want to put her in a nursing home.

49
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  1. This means to take an item back to the store where you bought it. and get something else instead.
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If it doesn’t fit you. let me know and I’ll give you the receipt to exchange it.

50
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  1. explain that you’re going to go somewhere quickly on your way to somewhere else?
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I need to swing by the office and drop off a few documents.

51
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  1. phrase when you can’t remember someone’s name
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Whatever happened to what’s-his-name?

52
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  1. say when a lot of people are getting the same sickness
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There’s some kind of bug going around.

53
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  1. means to respond to someone
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Sorry I haven’t gotten back to you. I’ve been swamped.

54
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154

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No wonder this is so good

55
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155

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I have a better idea. How about we go to

56
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156

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Why didn’t you mention that sooner?

57
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157

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Ladies and gents!! We’re down to two competitors - our overseas guest; number 5; Robert Holley!! And sitting next to him; number 6; 이예랑!! They’re still going at it!

58
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158

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And best of all; if you make her mad or do something wrong; you can claim lost in translation.

59
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159

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expecting perfection from either your partner or your relationship is always going to end in tears.

60
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160

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There’s nothing wrong with wanting the best in life. But it’s important to be realistic

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161

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When your partner asks you for space or simply wants to socialise without you; don’t take it personally

62
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162

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In the heat of the moment; it’s very easy to say things that we don’t mean

63
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163

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Jealousy is a tricky beast to handle

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164

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Humans aren’t perfect and we have a strange habit of irritating each other.

65
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165

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I hope you’ll consider joining us

66
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166

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you’ll be sure to get individual help!

67
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167

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I left with happiness in my heart a smile on my face.

68
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167

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Becks is the winner; and I am a distant second with 200 points.

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  1. related
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most of his messages involve a request for money

70
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170

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Most messages were about who would pick up our daughter. what was needed at the store. or where to meet at lunch

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171

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offering encouragement doesn’t have to take many words; it just has to come from the heart.

72
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172

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Hope you’re having a great day / Hope your day is going well. Love you.

73
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  1. send this text before an exam; interview or competition.
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You are strong. I love you and believe in you. Go ahead and do your best!

74
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  1. a text written to a friend who is going through a personal crisis
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By being who you are; you’re making an impact on the world. You are a blessing to the world and are loved deeply by all of us.

75
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  1. text to a friend who was going through a bit of a crisis and feeling down
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I wish you could see yourself the way I see you. You are so beautiful. Strong. Amazing. You shine from the inside out. My God; your light takes my breath away.

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  1. This was to a dear friend who was working in a horrid environment with a very abusive boss. She was close to quitting without having another job when I sent this. She later found a wonderful new job and left
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When you are about to give up ? hang on a bit longer. You never know what wonderful things await you just around the corner!

77
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177

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Always remember you are braver than you believe; stronger than you seem; and smarter than you think. Winnie the Pooh.

78
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178

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I know you have the discipline; bravery; and inner strength to see this through. Sending love. You can do it!

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  1. actual text for someone dealing with a health issue ? lots of doctor’s appointments ? no solid diagnosis and mixed results.
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Thinking of you; beautiful & radiant being! U R perfect health! UR wellbeing. UR love. Love ur body; see its perfect health & give it loving gratitude. Love You.

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180

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Remember that you are unique. Do not sell yourself short. Do not sell the world short. This is your life ? love it; live it. One life; one chance ? grab it.

81
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  1. When a friend is going through a tough time handling a sudden change like -relationship ending; job not working out or just any sourness in their lives
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YOU are amazing & nothing that’s happening is your fault. Count your blessings. You have so many dreams waiting for you. Happiness is right there inside of You!

82
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182

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Oftentimes it’s in the struggle/difficulty that we uncover our strengths and abilities.

83
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  1. text that helping a co-worker figure out how to overcome some obstacles to get a project he is passionate about off the ground.
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Ignore the obstacles that are keeping you stuck. Focus on what you CAN do instead of what you can’t.

84
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  1. phrase refers to a group of people saying that they caused a terrorist attack
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No one has come forward yet to claim responsibility for the attacks and police have not named any suspects.

85
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  1. When numbers decrease suddenly; you can use this phrase to describe the situation.
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Mintel; the world’s largest computer chip manufacturer; reported a sharp decline in its quarterly profits on Tuesday as computer sales continue to fall.

86
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  1. something polite to say when a person can’t help you
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I see. Well; thanks anyway.

87
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  1. word refers to how well a person is doing at something
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I’d like to meet to discuss my son’s performance in your class and what I can do to help him do better.

88
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  1. This phrase means things that have happened recently in the news; in an industry; etc.
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You constantly have to be learning just to keep pace with the latest developments.

89
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  1. This means that you’re willing to think about something:
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I’m open to other suggestions; though.

90
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  1. If you say something that the listener already knows; you can end with this phrase
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At the end of the day; though; we can’t afford to turn away business… as I’m sure you’re aware.

91
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  1. Say this if you want to stop using a gym or other subscription service.
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I’d like to cancel my membership.

92
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  1. This word expresses the method that you use to send something
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I’d like to send this via registered mail (can be tracked)

93
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  1. Explain how many points are possible when you’re rating something
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On a scale of one to five; I’d give it a four.

94
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  1. Explain how one thing affects another thing
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They found that different brain regions developed depending on how difficult it was for the subjects to learn.

95
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  1. How do you talk about this quality which brave people possess?
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I’d say that my greatest strength is my willingness to take risks.

96
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  1. explain that you became really interested in a story
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I got sucked into it/ I started watching over her shoulder and… what can I say? I got sucked into it.”

97
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  1. This means that you let something happen and put up with it; even though you don’t like it
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can tolerate … as long as …/I can tolerate a long commute as long as I’m able to get a seat on the train

98
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  1. This means to open a file / web page on a computer
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Pull up /Can you pull up the pricing estimate I sent out last week

99
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  1. When you have a strong opinion that you’re really sure about; you can end your sentence with this phrase
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plain and simple/ Absolutely. The war on drugs is a waste of our tax dollars; plain and simple.

100
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  1. This means to convince someone not to do something
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I tried to talk him out of it

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