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Practice Phrasal Verbs (练习短语动词) 03/01/2026

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  Let's dive into these phrasal verbs and expressions with clear definitions, examples, a short story, and a lively dialogue to bring them to life.   📘 Definitions & Example Sentences Phrase Definition Example Sentence pick up To learn or acquire something casually or quickly She picked up Spanish while traveling through Mexico. catch on To begin to understand or realize something It took him a while, but he finally caught on to the joke. grapple with To struggle to understand or deal with something difficult She's grappling with the loss of her job and what to do next. goes in To be invested or applied (often effort, time, or resources) A lot of work goes in to making these handmade shoes. break a topic down To divide a complex subject into sim...
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Learn English trough Listening & Reading

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CHAPTER 10 -  THE BEAM — Code Name: Lise —  The True Story of the Woman Who Became WWII's  Most Highly Decorated Spy 1. Garters Meaning / Definition Straps or elastic bands used to hold up stockings or socks. Historically, part of formal clothing. Example Sentences The old-fashioned costume included stockings held up by garters . He tugged at his garters , trying to keep his socks from slipping down. 2. Conjuror Meaning / Definition A magician; someone who performs tricks or illusions. Example Sentences The conjuror amazed the children by pulling a coin from behind their ears. Everyone gasped as the conjuror made the rabbit disappear. 3. Barrack (verb) Meaning / Definition To jeer, shout, or loudly criticize; often used in sports contexts. In Australian English, “barrack for” means to support or cheer. Example Sentences The crowd began to barrack the referee after a bad call. In Australia, people barrack for thei...
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Learn English trough Listening & Reading

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  Here are clear definitions and example sentences for a selected list of words, spanning themes of war, nature, personality, and intrigue. 📘 Vocabulary Definitions & Example Sentences Word Definition Example Sentence Cordoned Enclosed or blocked off with a barrier, often by authorities. "Police cordoned off the area after the explosion." Spivs Dishonest or flashy people who make money through shady dealings. "The market was crawling with spivs selling fake watches." Zealous Showing great enthusiasm or passion. "She was zealous in her campaign for environmental reform." Overbearing Domineering or excessively controlling. "His overbearing attitude made teamwork impossible." Traipsed Walked or wandered wearily or reluctantly. ...
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Practice Phrasal Verbs (练习短语动词) - 18/10/2025

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  😊  Here are some  definitions + example sentences for each word or phrasal verb, a short story that uses many of them together, and finally a dialogue . 📚 Definitions & Example Sentences Word / Phrasal Verb Definition Example Sentence nailing down Finalising or securing the decisions/answers/details of something or from someone. We’re still  nailing down  the agenda for tomorrow’s meeting. • I tried to nail him down on the price, but he kept avoiding the question. • The reporter nailed the politician down to a direct answer. • Can you nail her down to a time for the meeting? go through To review carefully or experience something. “Let’s  go through  the contract before signing.” agree to To accept or consent to something. “They finally  agreed to  the new terms.” hammered out ...
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Learning to Talk About Nature in English

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  Word list with the meaning and example on how to use them. Word Definition Example Sentence Slouch To sit, stand, or walk with poor posture, shoulders drooping. "He slouched on the park bench, drained from the day’s meetings." Intuit To understand or know something instinctively, without conscious reasoning. "She could intuit the tension in the room before anyone spoke." Chronic disease A long-lasting condition that can be controlled but not cured. "Regular walks helped manage his chronic disease more effectively." Circadian rhythms Natural, internal processes that regulate the sleep-wake cycle over 24 hours. "Exposure to morning light helps reset your circadian rhythms." Satiety The feeling of being full or satisfied, especially after eating....
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Here are the   definitions   and   example sentences   for of a list of the words.  Let’s dive into these vivid and evocative words. Let us start with definitions and example sentences, then weave some into a short story and a dialogue. 📘 Vocabulary Definitions & Example Sentences Word Definition Example Sentence Beaulieu A French-origin name meaning "beautiful place"; also a town in France. "They spent the summer in Beaulieu, a village nestled by the sea." Resolute Admirably purposeful, determined, and unwavering. "She remained resolute in her decision to speak up for what was right." Chiselled Sharply defined, often used to describe well-defined facial features. "His chiselled jawline gave him the look of a classical statue." Consummate Showing a high degree of skill; complete...
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