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Saying things indirectly is sometimes necessary to protect people's feelings and keep your relationships strong. In situations like these, it's...
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How to "Soften" Your English
Saying things indirectly is sometimes necessary to protect people's feelings and keep your relationships strong. In situations like these, it's...
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Best Ways to Express Your Opinion Without Saying “I” [Updated]
Did you know that you can say “I think” without using the pronoun “I”? This can help you sound more...
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11 Different Ways to Say "Thank You" in English
Have you ever wanted to thank a friend for help, but “Thanks” didn't feel strong enough? On the other hand,...
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Other Ways to Say "I'm Sorry" in English
Made a mistake? When you need to apologize, "I'm sorry" is a simple and effective phrase to use, but it's...
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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...
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7 English Expressions for Making Demands Politely
Do you know the verb "insist"? It means "to demand something without accepting refusal." Insisting might seem rude, but it...
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A Guide to Asking for and Giving Permission in English
Whether in casual or formal settings, knowing how to ask for and give permission is something that all English speakers...
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5 Tips on Saying “No” to Invitations in the Nicest Way Possible
A friend has just invited you to a picnic. Or a birthday party. Or a wedding. But unfortunately, you can’t...
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We have a whole category of our blog dedicated to business English. These articles include things like negotiating higher salaries...
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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...
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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,...
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10 Ways to Politely Ask for Clarification in English
Whether you're meeting with a foreign client, seeing a doctor, or taking an online English lesson, there will be times...
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10 Polite Ways to Ask People to Repeat Themselves
Whether you’re talking to a friend, having a business meeting, or taking an online English lesson, there will be times...
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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...
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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...
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5 Tips on Saying “No” to Invitations in the Nicest Way Possible
A friend has just invited you to a picnic. Or a birthday party. Or a wedding. But unfortunately, you can’t...
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Best Ways to Express Your Opinion Without Saying “I” [Updated]
Did you know that you can say “I think” without using the pronoun “I”? This can help you sound more...
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English 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...
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11 Different Ways to Say "Thank You" in English
Have you ever wanted to thank a friend for help, but “Thanks” didn't feel strong enough? On the other hand,...
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7 English Expressions for Making Demands Politely
Do you know the verb "insist"? It means "to demand something without accepting refusal." Insisting might seem rude, but it...
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