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Idioms and Expressions Related to Trees
Before the big cities of modern times, people lived closer to nature. So it's no surprise that expressions related to...
9 English Phrasal Verbs With "Come"
We're continuing our look at different English phrasal verbs and the many ways you can use them in daily conversations....
Topic Focus: Business English Basics
We have a whole category of our blog dedicated to business English. These articles include things like negotiating higher salaries...
![English Vocabulary for Vinyl Record Collectors [Updated]](https://assets.blog.engoo.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2024/05/25025335/vinyl_record_english_cover-300x194.jpg "English Vocabulary for Vinyl Record Collectors [Updated]")
English Vocabulary for Vinyl Record Collectors [Updated]
From older fans to younger listeners who grew up with digital music, music lovers have made vinyl records more popular...
![What Are Oxymorons? [Updated]](https://assets.blog.engoo.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2023/04/31084435/what_are_oxymorons-300x200.jpg "What Are Oxymorons? [Updated]")
What Are Oxymorons? [Updated]
Expressions like "seriously funny" and "ladies' man" are quite common in English. However, they may sound a little strange to...
How to Politely Talk About Things You Don't Like in English
Everyone has things they love and other things they don't. But when talking about things you don't like, it can...
How to Use "Enough" Like a Native Speaker
"Enough" is used often in daily conversations, so understanding its different forms will give your English fluency a big boost....
How Many Different Ways Can You Use "Hit"?
When you hear "hit," do you think of a verb or noun first? Like other simple English words, "hit" is...
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...
![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...
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...
![How to Avoid Answering Sensitive Questions [Updated]](https://assets.blog.engoo.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2023/02/02024803/bernard-hermant-bSpqe48INMg-unsplash-1-300x200.jpg "How to Avoid Answering Sensitive Questions [Updated]")
How to Avoid Answering Sensitive Questions [Updated]
Has anyone ever asked you a question you didn't want to answer? Maybe the question was too personal or the...
![How to Tell Someone You Support Them in English [Updated]](https://assets.blog.engoo.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2023/11/14021737/english_for_support_cover-1-300x200.jpg "How to Tell Someone You Support Them in English [Updated]")
How to Tell Someone You Support Them in English [Updated]
Everyone needs help sometimes. If a friend or family member is going through a difficult situation, there are several things...
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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...
Idioms and Expressions Related to Trees
Before the big cities of modern times, people lived closer to nature. So it's no surprise that expressions related to...
![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,...
"What's Up?": How to Use It and Respond to It
"What's up?" If you have English-speaking friends or watch English TV and movies, you've probably heard this expression before. Even...
10 Inspirational MCU Quotes for English Learners
For nearly 20 years, the MCU has entertained movie fans around the world with stories of heroes in strange and...
