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7 Ways to Politely Apologize for a Late Reply in English

Have you ever wanted to apologize for replying late to an email? Here are seven ways to do that in...

10 Ways to Say You’re Busy Without Being Rude [Updated]

“Busy” is a popular English word, but it isn't always used in the way that many learners think. For example,...

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 Write Formal Thank-You Emails in English [Updated]

Thanking a friend is different than thanking someone in a business situation, especially in writing. So here are several ways...

5 Business Expressions in English Instead of "Contact"

Contacting people — whether by email, messaging apps, or phones — is one of the most common things done in...

3 Easy Steps for Calling in Sick in English

A survey from 2021 revealed that a majority of Americans feel stressed about calling in sick to work. So if...

5 Popular Greetings for English Business Emails

How do native English speakers greet each other in business emails? Do people still use "Dear Sir or Madam"? What's...

Expressions for Rescheduling Meetings [Updated]

Wouldn't it be nice to always be on time for our appointments? Unfortunately, unexpected things happen sometimes and we aren't...

How to Answer 3 Common Interview Questions in English

Are you preparing for English job interviews? If so, you've probably wondered how to answer questions like "What are your...

Are You Using The Wrong Contractions in Formal Communications?

Did you know there are two kinds of contractions in English? We have formal contractions, which are fine for both...