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Phrasal verbs let you use short, simple words in many useful ways. This time, we'll look at new meanings that...
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Do you have a friend or coworker who’s sick or injured? If you do, here are 20 short English expressions...
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How to Wish Someone the Best Birthday Ever [Updated]
Greeting messages can be hard to write, and birthday wishes are no exception. To help English learners write the best...
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Choosing what textbook to use is a difficult decision. And if you want to improve your fluency, it gets even...
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"Could You" vs "Would You": What's the Difference?
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18 Ways to Respond in a Conversation Besides "Uh-Huh"
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