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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: Do the trick

    The English We Speak: Do the trick

    An expression that means relax and celebrate.
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    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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    Do the trick

    Do the trick

    Here's an expression that describes something solving a problem.
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    TRANSCRIPT
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    Beige flag

    Beige flag

    An expression that describes a habit you find strange, but doesn't make you not like someone.
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    TRANSCRIPT
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    Lay it on thick

    Lay it on thick

    An expression about exaggerating or praising someone too much.
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    TRANSCRIPT
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