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  • 2 minutes 5 seconds
    The English We Speak: Step into the shoes

    Learn an expression about responsibility.

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    24 June 2025, 10:40 am
  • 2 minutes 23 seconds
    The English We Speak: Drop

    An expression meaning something exciting like a song or TV show is released. Learn it here.

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    17 June 2025, 9:40 am
  • 2 minutes 35 seconds
    The English We Speak: All you like

    An expression meaning whatever you say or do won't change the situation.

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    10 June 2025, 9:51 am
  • 1 minute 51 seconds
    The English We Speak: Around the clock

    An expression used to talk about time. Learn it here!

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    3 June 2025, 10:52 am
  • 2 minutes 32 seconds
    The English We Speak: Have in your locker

    An expression that talks about something extra you have.

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    27 May 2025, 8:13 am
  • 2 minutes 42 seconds
    The English We Speak: Come full circle

    An expression meaning to return to where you started, but in a positive way.

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    20 May 2025, 9:58 am
  • 2 minutes 38 seconds
    The English We Speak: Grind someone's gears

    Use this expression when something really annoys you.

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    13 May 2025, 8:50 am
  • 3 minutes 18 seconds
    The English We Speak: Feel seen

    An expression meaning your experiences or feelings are represented. Learn it here.

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    6 May 2025, 8:35 am
  • 2 minutes 28 seconds
    The English We Speak: It's giving

    An expression meaning something has a certain energy or vibe.

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    29 April 2025, 7:11 am
  • 2 minutes 35 seconds
    The English We Speak: Dial down

    Here's an expression we use to talk about reducing the intensity of something.

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    22 April 2025, 10:35 am
  • 2 minutes 33 seconds
    The English We Speak: The name of the game

    Learn an expression to talk about the most important aspect of something.

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    15 April 2025, 7:59 am
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