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Everyday expressions and real English conversations to help make your everyday conversations easier.
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    The English we speak: Second nature

    The English we speak: Second nature

    Here's an expression that means you can do something without having to think about it, because it's so familiar to you. [Image: Getty]
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    The English we speak: Take the plunge

    The English we speak: Take the plunge

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    The English We Speak: Peaks and troughs

    The English We Speak: Peaks and troughs

    Ever felt like you’re on the rollercoaster of life and you don’t know a good way to say it?
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    The English We Speak: Heavy lifting

    The English We Speak: Heavy lifting

    Heavy lifting isn’t about the gym. Learn this expression here.
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    The English We Speak: Stir the pot

    The English We Speak: Stir the pot

    Some people just love causing trouble. This expression is about them!
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    The English We Speak: Wishy-washy

    The English We Speak: Wishy-washy

    Here's an expression to use when things are just too vague.
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Customer Reviews

4.3 out of 5
332 Ratings

332 Ratings

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Greatest.

Greatest of all podcasts I have listened to.

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Great show and highly recommended

Its really really great show and of course its short duration is tempting.. thank you for letting us aware about the usual phrases 😊

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