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22 Idioms for Talking About Family
Idioms and Phrasal Verbs

22 Idioms for Talking About Family

ByBradford Jones November 18, 2017March 1, 2020

We use a variety of idioms to talk about family. Here are 22 of them you need to know.

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Phrasal Verbs with UP: Tendencies and Examples
Idioms and Phrasal Verbs

Phrasal Verbs with UP: Tendencies and Examples

ByBradford Jones November 13, 2017March 1, 2020

Phrasal verbs can be confusing. There nine tendencies in meaning should help you make sense of phrasal verbs with up.

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Phrasal Verbs with ON: Tendencies and Examples
Idioms and Phrasal Verbs

Phrasal Verbs with ON: Tendencies and Examples

ByBradford Jones August 10, 2017March 1, 2020

Phrasal verbs are easier if you can recognize some patterns in meaning. Here are four tendencies for phrasal verbs with on.

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18 Words That English Learners Misuse
Common Mistakes

18 Words That English Learners Misuse

ByBradford Jones August 10, 2017March 1, 2020

Make sure you’re not misusing these common words.

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100+ Common Euphemisms You Need to Know
Polite Language | Synonyms

100+ Common Euphemisms You Need to Know

ByBradford Jones July 9, 2017March 1, 2020

Euphemisms are indirect expressions we use instead of directly naming something unpleasant. Here are over 100 polite euphemisms you should know.

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How to Make Polite, Indirect Suggestions
Everyday English | Polite Language

How to Make Polite, Indirect Suggestions

ByBradford Jones June 15, 2017March 1, 2020

It’s good to know some polite expressions for handling delicate situations. Here are some strategies and expressions for making polite suggestions.

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4 Military Abbreviations Americans Use in Conversation
Miscellaneous

4 Military Abbreviations Americans Use in Conversation

ByBradford Jones June 11, 2017October 9, 2021

Here are four military abbreviations you’re likely to hear in a civilian context.

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How to End a Conversation: Strategies and Expressions You Can Use
Everyday English | Polite Language

How to End a Conversation: Strategies and Expressions You Can Use

ByBradford Jones June 1, 2017March 1, 2020

Sadly, you can’t just say “bye” and walk away when you’re finished talking to someone. Here are some expressions to help you gracefully end conversations.

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28 Better Ways to Say “Very Bad”
Synonyms

28 Better Ways to Say “Very Bad”

ByBradford Jones May 19, 2017July 9, 2019

Stop overusing very and a common adjective. Instead of very bad, try one of these descriptive terms instead.

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7 Better Ways to Say “Very Angry”
Synonyms

7 Better Ways to Say “Very Angry”

ByBradford Jones May 16, 2017July 9, 2019

Descriptive terms are always better than very and an overused adjective. Here are seven better alternatives to very angry.

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Vocabulary and Expressions for Eating at a Restaurant in the US
Everyday English

Vocabulary and Expressions for Eating at a Restaurant in the US

ByBradford Jones May 8, 2017November 23, 2019

Eating at a restaurant can be intimidating. These expressions will help you prepare for going to a restaurant in the United States.

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9 “Innocent” Expressions That May Offend Your Listener
Polite Language

9 “Innocent” Expressions That May Offend Your Listener

ByBradford Jones April 30, 2017November 24, 2019

Don’t rely on direct translations. These expressions may be fine in your native language, but could sound rude in English.

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