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đą News Talk: 70 Flight Passengers Taken to Hospital âȘ Netflix âȘ Concert Tickets Scams
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Welcome to this weekâs News Talk This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world. This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week. Here are a few cluâŠ
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Welcome to this weekâs News Talk This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world. This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week. ** APOLOGIES FOR AâŠ
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Welcome to this weekâs News Talk This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world. This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week. Here are a few cluâŠ
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Welcome to this weekâs News Talk This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world. This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week. Here are a few cluâŠ
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Welcome to this weekâs News Talk This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world. This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week. Here are a few cluâŠ
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Welcome to this weekâs News Talk This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world. This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week. Here are a few cluâŠ
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Welcome to this weekâs News Talk This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world. This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week. Here are a few cluâŠ
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đ± đĄ A common (or even coarse) expression of surprise or anger. Let's find out how and when people use this phrase and whether itâs right for you! đ§ đ Welcome to âUnderstanding British Slangâ by Perfectly Spoken In this series we look at some of the most useful and interesting words and phrases in British slang in use today. We look at what they meaâŠ
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đ€ Ever felt unsure about something or someone? Then 'dodgy' might be the word you were looking for. Let's learn what it means and when to use it. đ§ đ Welcome to âUnderstanding British Slangâ by Perfectly Spoken In this series we look at some of the most useful and interesting words and phrases in British slang in use today. We look at what they meaâŠ
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đ° Time to talk money. Let's explore where this word comes from and how to use it. đ§ đ Welcome to âUnderstanding British Slangâ by Perfectly Spoken In this series we look at some of the most useful and interesting words and phrases in British slang in use today. We look at what they mean and give examples of how to use them correctly. Visit our websâŠ
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đœ Have you heard of 'loo'? It's another word for âtoiletâ in British English. Let's look at where it comes from and how to use this common word. đ§ đ Welcome to âUnderstanding British Slangâ by Perfectly Spoken In this series we look at some of the most useful and interesting words and phrases in British slang in use today. We look at what they meanâŠ
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Welcome to this weekâs News Talk This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world. This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week. Here are a few cluâŠ
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đ Want to know about friendly (or not so friendly) teasing? 'Take the mickey' is all about that. Let's look at its meaning and how and when it's used. đ§ đ Welcome to âUnderstanding British Slangâ by Perfectly Spoken In this series we look at some of the most useful and interesting words and phrases in British slang in use today. We look at what theâŠ
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đŽ Ever been or felt super tired? 'Knackered' might be the perfect word to describe that feeling. Come learn about this word and when people use it. đ§ đ Welcome to âUnderstanding British Slangâ by Perfectly Spoken In this series we look at some of the most useful and interesting words and phrases in British slang in use today. We look at what they mâŠ
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Welcome to this weekâs News Talk This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world. This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week. Here are a few cluâŠ
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đ Have you ever felt super proud and happy? 'Chuffed' is the word! Let's discover what it means and how people use it. đ§ đ Welcome to âUnderstanding British Slangâ by Perfectly Spoken In this series we look at some of the most useful and interesting words and phrases in British slang in use today. We look at what they mean and give examples of how âŠ
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đ Feeling really, really sad? 'Gutted' might be the word for you. Join us to learn what it means how people use it in everyday conversations. đ§ đ Welcome to âUnderstanding British Slangâ by Perfectly Spoken In this series we look at some of the most useful and interesting words and phrases in British slang in use today. We look at what they mean anâŠ
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Welcome to this weekâs News Talk This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world. This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week. Here are a few cluâŠ
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đ» Ever wonder why Brits say 'cheers' so much? Let's talk about it! We'll explore where this word comes from and the different ways it's used in daily life. đ§ đ Welcome to âUnderstanding British Slangâ by Perfectly Spoken In this series we look at some of the most useful and interesting words and phrases in British slang in use today. We look at whaâŠ
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đ OK mate? This is a very common word that friends use a lot in Britain and Australia. We'll learn where it comes from and how to use it correctly. đ§ đ Welcome to âUnderstanding British Slangâ by Perfectly Spoken In this series we look at some of the most useful and interesting words and phrases in British slang in use today. We look at what they mâŠ
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Welcome to this weekâs News Talk This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world. This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week. Here are a few cluâŠ
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Welcome to this weekâs News Talk This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world. This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week. Here are a few cluâŠ
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Welcome to this weekâs News Talk This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world. This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week. Here are a few cluâŠ
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Welcome to this weekâs News Talk This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world. This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week. Here are a few cluâŠ
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đą News Talk: UK's asylum seekers âȘ YouTube & climate change âȘ The world's 5 richest men
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Welcome to this weekâs News Talk This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world. This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week. Here are a few cluâŠ
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Welcome to this weekâs News Talk This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world. This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week. Here are a few cluâŠ
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đą News Talk: Good news story of the year âȘ Person of the Year 2023 âȘ Word of the Year
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Welcome to this weekâs News Talk This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world. This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week. The stories in thiâŠ
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Welcome to this weekâs News Talk This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world. This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week. Here are a few cluâŠ
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Welcome to this weekâs News Talk This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world. This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week. Here are a few cluâŠ
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đČđ€ Have you never said 'You have to be kidding!â? You must be joking! This popular idiom is one of the most common ways to express disbelief. đ In our newest podcast, we look at the use and variations of this lighthearted idiom which is such a natural and informal way of expressing surprise and astonishment. Weâre not kidding ! đ§ â Welcome to âTop âŠ
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đđ Need to 'give a hand' or looking for some help? đ In this podcast episode, weâre lending you a big hand to understand how offering a hand became synonymous with offering assistance, and some useful examples that'll give you a hand to incorporate caring expression into your everyday English! đ§ â Welcome to âTop English Idiomsâ by Perfectly SpokenâŠ
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đđ€ą Ever felt 'green with envy'? đ±đ We examine this colourful expression in our latest podcast episode! Learn why envy turned green (even before Shakespeareâs time) and how this phrase grew into a common way to describe jealousy. You may turn green with envy if you miss it! đ§ â Welcome to âTop English Idiomsâ by Perfectly Spoken â In this series we âŠ
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đđȘ What's big and silent, and central to our conversation? It's 'the elephant in the room'! đ€« In this podcast episode, we look at how and why we use this huge idiom. Discover how a metaphorical elephant became the symbol for big issues issues that no one wants to talks about. Ready for an eye-opening journey? Tune in and let's address the elephant âŠ
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đđ„ Have you ever had something happen totally 'out of the blue'? đ€·ââïžđ In this podcast, discover what the full expression is as well as its origin and examples of how you can use it correctly ' when something unexpected or âout of the blueâ happens to you. đ§ â Welcome to âTop English Idiomsâ by Perfectly Spoken â In this series we look at some of tâŠ
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Welcome to this weekâs News Talk This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world. This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week. Here are a few cluâŠ
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đ§đŁ Got 'cold feet' about something? đ€đ§ We hope you warm to the possible origins behind this chilly idiom and how it became linked to nervousness, second thoughts and weddings that never happened! â Welcome to âTop English Idiomsâ by Perfectly Spoken â In this series we look at some of the most useful and interesting English idioms and phrases that âŠ
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What does it mean when 'the ball is in your court'? đŸđ Itâs not just about sports! On In our next podcast, weâll toss you the origin of this game-changing saying and serve up examples where you can use it. Ready to play? Then catch this episode, because the ball's in your court now! đ§đ â Welcome to âTop English Idiomsâ by Perfectly Spoken â In thisâŠ
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Ever paid so much it felt like it 'cost an arm and a leg'? đ°đ© We're counting the cost of this expression in our new podcast episode! Learn how this idiom became best way to describe expensive things. Listen to examples that wonât cost an arm and a leg. In fact, they are free and worth every penny! đ§ â Welcome to âTop English Idiomsâ by Perfectly SpâŠ
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Think it's 'raining cats and dogs'đ±đ¶ ? đ€ That's an oldie! In our latest podcast, we splash into where this soggy saying came from and why it's fading away. đ§ïžđ« But don't float away yet. Tune into our downpour of modern phrases that will help you understand how people really talk about heavy rain today đ§đŹ â Welcome to âTop English Idiomsâ by PerfectâŠ
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Is there anything really as great as 'the best thing since sliced bread'? đ€·ââïžđ Join us as we explain the origin of this delicious compliment and how to use it to describe people as well as things Ready to loaf around with some fun facts? Tune in to our podcast - it's possibly the best thing since sliced breadđ§đ â Welcome to âTop English Idiomsâ byâŠ
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Ever 'spilled the beans' and shared a secret? đ I this podcast episode, we're pouring out the story behind this quirky phrase. From ancient voting rituals to accidental gossip, discover why spilling beans means letting the cat out of the bag. Tune in - it's time to spill the beans on 'spill the beans'! đ§đ â Welcome to âTop English Idiomsâ by PerfecâŠ
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Feeling sick or just not right? We say we're 'under the weather.' đ€ But why? What's the Story? đą Sail with us in our podcast as we find out where this saying comes from. You'll get fun examples of how to use this phrase today. (So grab your headphones and listen đ§â â Welcome to âTop English Idiomsâ by Perfectly Spoken â In this series we look at soâŠ
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Curious why we say 'keep in the loop'? đ€ In this podcast, we circle back to the roots of this inclusive phrase. đ§¶đ Join us as we look at examples of how this idiom is used in business and for everyday use. Letâs keep you in the loop and make sure you staying informed!đ§ â Welcome to âTop English Idiomsâ by Perfectly Spoken â In this series we look aâŠ
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"Believe it when pigs can fly"? đ·âïž Learn why flying pigs became the symbol for the unbelievable. Tune in and learn how you can use this porky expression correctly đ§đ â Welcome to âTop English Idiomsâ by Perfectly Spoken â In this series we look at some of the most useful and interesting English idioms and phrases that British people use. We look aâŠ
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Ever wonder why a simple task is called a 'piece of cake'? đ€·ââïžđ° Tune into our delicious podcast episode where we serve up fun facts and examples to make learning English a... well, piece of cake! đ§ â Welcome to âTop English Idiomsâ by Perfectly Spoken â In this series we look at some of the most useful and interesting English idioms and phrases thâŠ
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Ready to 'hit the hay' after a long day? đ But wait, why do we even say that? Listen as we discuss the sleepy origin of 'hit the hay'...or 'hit the sack'.đđŸPress play to tuck into this bedtime story before you actually hit the hay tonight!đ§đŽ â Welcome to âTop English Idiomsâ by Perfectly Spoken â In this series we look at some of the most useful anâŠ
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Ever 'dropped the ball' on something important? đWe all make mistakes, but where did this saying come from and how do we use it? đđ Tune in to hear examples of how you can use this popular phrase today tales from the times of old games to the plays of today đ§ â Welcome to âTop English Idiomsâ by Perfectly Spoken â In this series we look at some of âŠ
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Ever had to 'bite the bullet' and face something tough? đ€đȘ In this podcast episode, we're chomping down on the gritty origins of this brave phrase and exploring how "biting the bullet" became a metaphor for enduring the hard stuff. So if you've got a minute to learn something cool, press play and join the adventure! đ§đč â Welcome to âTop English IdiâŠ
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Welcome to this weekâs News Talk This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world. This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week. Here are a few cluâŠ
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đą News Talk: Graphite exports âȘ Icelandic women fight for gender equality âȘ Halloween
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Welcome to this weekâs News Talk This is the audio recording of our live group class where Stephanie Marston and David de Jager talk about 3 hot stories in the news and chat with English learners from across the world. This is a really enjoyable way to practise listening to natural English and learn some new vocabulary each week. Here are a few cluâŠ
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