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The Newest Words in the English Language
Dictionaries are always being updated with new terms because modern languages are always changing. Especially in the age of social...
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...
What Are Oxymorons?
You may have heard the terms "workcation" or "virtual reality" used often in recent years. Do they seem a little...
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...
!["Do" vs. "Make": What's the Difference? [Updated]](https://assets.blog.engoo.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2023/02/20075511/do_vs_make_cover-300x192.jpg "\"Do\" vs. \"Make\": What's the Difference? [Updated]")
"Do" vs. "Make": What's the Difference? [Updated]
You are probably used to using both “do” and “make” very often, but you may not know how many different...
Support Earthquake Relief in Turkey and Syria Through our Donation Drive
The biggest international news story right now is about the earthquake that struck Turkey and Syria on February 6 this...
![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...
![Vocabulary and Expressions Related to Natural Disasters [Updated]](https://assets.blog.engoo.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2023/09/07101236/natural_disaster_vocabulary-300x205.jpg "Vocabulary and Expressions Related to Natural Disasters [Updated]")
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...
![The Many Meanings and Uses of X [Updated]](https://assets.blog.engoo.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2023/08/22034748/meanings_and_uses_of_x-300x200.jpg "The Many Meanings and Uses of X [Updated]")
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...
