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"It's Nothing, Really." Modesty in English (Phrases and Quotes)
It's nice to get positive attention because of skills, accomplishments or even looks. However, most people are careful to not...
"Take it Easy!" 10 English Expressions for Relaxing
Life can be busy and stressful sometimes. Whether it's because of responsibilities at work, assignments at school, or spending time...
Signing Off: How to End a Letter in English
If you’d like to write a letter in English, there are plenty of information sources online that can help you....
How Many Different Ways Can You Use "Thing"?
Have you ever thought about all of the ways you can use "thing"? It's a very simple word, but you...
10 Inspirational MCU Quotes for English Learners
For over 15 years, the MCU has been entertaining audiences around the world with its stories of superheroes in strange...
From Barbie to Einstein: Names That Became Common English Words
Throughout history, there have been both real people and fictional characters who have had a big impact on society. Sometimes...
How to Use "Issue" Like a Pro
Do you know the word "issue" well? It's a surprisingly useful word that fluent English speakers may say several times...
More Than 'Friends': Recommended TV for English Learners
One question that students often ask is which English-language TV shows they should watch to help them improve their English...
![20 Short English Quotes for Quick Motivation [Updated]](https://assets.blog.engoo.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2023/10/19021851/short_english_quotes_1-300x188.jpg "20 Short English Quotes for Quick Motivation [Updated]")
20 Short English Quotes for Quick Motivation [Updated]
Quotes and proverbs are great tools for finding inspiration and fresh ways of looking at life. However, many well-known quotes...
16 Words for Describing Different Body Types
Most learners will know the common adjectives for describing body shapes; words like "tall," "fat" and "short." But these words...
How to Avoid Answering Sensitive Questions
Has anyone ever asked you a question you didn't want to answer? Maybe the question was too personal or you...
Idioms and Expressions Related to Trees
Before the big, convenient cities of modern times, people lived closer to nature. So it's no surprise that expressions and...
How to Tell Someone You Support Them in English
Everyone needs help from time to time. If a friend or family member is going through a difficult situation, or...
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Vocabulary and Expressions Related to Natural Disasters [Updated]
When disasters happen, they can be big news around the world, no matter where they occur. Different locations experience things...
8 Expressions for Making Urgent Requests Politely
Sometimes you really need something quickly. The problem with formal speech is that it can be difficult to express that...
![What Do Movie Ratings Mean? (G, PG, R, etc.) [Updated]](https://assets.blog.engoo.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2024/01/31070924/movie_ratings_meaning_1-300x168.jpg "What Do Movie Ratings Mean? (G, PG, R, etc.) [Updated]")
What Do Movie Ratings Mean? (G, PG, R, etc.) [Updated]
With the popularity of streaming services, movie ratings may not seem as important as they did in the past, when...
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The Many Meanings and Uses of X [Updated]
X is one of the most powerful letters in the alphabet. From math to maps, and from voting to kissing,...
Picture This! 9 Idioms Using "Picture"
In English, we often speak about things we can see. However, in many cases, we aren't referring to our eyes...
