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Jun 3
1 min

An expression that talks about something extra you have.Subscribe to our newsletter
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May 27
2 min

An expression meaning to return to where you started, but in a positive way. Subscribe to our newsletter
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May 20
2 min

Use this expression when something really annoys you. Subscribe to our newsletter
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May 13
2 min

An expression meaning your experiences or feelings are represented. Learn it here.Subscribe to our newsletter
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May 6
3 min

An expression meaning something has a certain energy or vibe.TRANSCRIPT
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Apr 29
2 min

Here's an expression we use to talk about reducing the intensity of something. TRANSCRIPT
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Apr 22
2 min

Learn an expression to talk about the most important aspect of something. TRANSCRIPT Find a full transcript for this episode
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Apr 15
2 min

An expression for when you make spontaneous life decisions for entertainment. TRANSCRIPT Find a full transcript for this episode ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the-english-we-speak_2025/ep-250407FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE:
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Apr 8
2 min

You're late! I'll let it slide just this once... This phrase has two meanings. Learn them and hear some examples in this episode.TRANSCRIPT Find a full transcript for this episode ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the-english-we-speak_2025/ep-250331 FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE:
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Apr 1
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