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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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    The English We Speak: Shook

    The English We Speak: Shook

    A word to express surprise or shock.
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    The English We Speak: Let loose

    The English We Speak: Let loose

    An expression that means relax and celebrate.
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    TRANSCRIPT
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    IMPORTANT: This podcast is changing its name

    IMPORTANT: This podcast is changing its name

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    Zing

    Zing

    Zing is that special something that's hard to describe, but makes things more exciting.

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