Discovering the Magic of a Los Angeles Vacation Exchange
Undertaking a Vacation English Program in Los Angeles offers several advantages. The city provides an ideal environment for honing your English language skills, with the opportunity to interact with native speakers. Additionally, the pleasant and sunny climate is perfect for escaping the winter or enjoying pleasant vacations year-round. The cultural diversity of Los Angeles is […]
Comfort food (used as a noun)
Context #1 A teacher and his student talkingTeacher: What’s wrong Tatiana? Tatiana: I have been feeling a little down recently and last night I went to a Russian restaurant near my apartment. Teacher: I hope you had a great time. Did you eat anything good? Tatiana: Yeah, that’s the problem. Since I was missing home […]
To Step Up (one's) Game (used as a verb)
First Example: Tina: Did you hear? I just got the project. Alec: Really? I thought my proposal was a lock. Tina: They liked mine better. Looks like you need to step up your game if you’re gonna compete with me. Alec: Don’t get too cocky. You won one proposal, your first. Tina: The first of […]
To go the extra mile
Idiom: To go the extra mile – to do more than what is required to reach a goal or complete a task; to do more and make a greater effort than what is expected. Context #1 – Two friends talking during lunch Lance: Hey, Brittany. You look really happy. What’s up? Brittany: Oh, I just finished […]
To be running on fumes
Idiom: To be running on fumes – to continue to do something or stay awake when there is almost no energy left to do it. Context #1 – Two friends talking Vincent: Hey, Brandy! Oh my God, you look so tired. Are you OK? Brandy: Not really. I still […]
In Over one's Head
Example 1:I want to graduate early, so I registered for 2 extra classes this semester. I thought I could handle it, but I’m starting to think I am in over my head. With all the homework, reading assignments, and classes to attend, I’m not sleeping well and I’m feeling overwhelmed. The deadline to drop classes is next week. I’ll […]
To Take Something With a Pinch/Grain Of Salt (used as a verb)
First Example: Lucy: Did you go to that political rally last night? Jason: Yeah, and it was amazing! She had such great ideas, and her campaign promises are really inspiring. Lucy: Maybe, but make sure you take anything she says with a pinch of salt. Jason: What do you mean? Lucy: Well, she’s a politician. […]
Be On The Fence
Context #1 Jim: Have you decided who you’re going to vote for? Chris: I still don’t know. I’m kind of on the fence right now. Both candidates are qualified and seem great for the job. Context #2 Carol: Have you and your husband found a new apartment yet? Shelly: Well, we’re still on the fence […]
A Baker's Dozen (used as a noun)
First Example: Stephanie: I need to get some bagels for a meeting. Baker: How many do you need? Stephanie: Well, there’s going to be 10 people, but I want a couple extra because I’m not sure what everyone likes. So I guess a dozen. Baker: How about a baker’s dozen, which is thirteen? Stephanie: […]
For the Birds
Context #1 – Roommates watching TV at home Vanessa: This new TV show was supposed to be so good, but it’s really boring and confusing. I have no idea what’s going on. Brad: Yes, this show is definitely for the birds. Why don’t we change the channel? Vanessa: I agree. Even reruns of old shows […]
To Buy the Farm
Context #1 – Two friends talking Victoria: Did you hear the news? Brandon: No, what happened? Victoria: Do you know that older man who lives down the street from us? Brandon: Oh, yes. I do. Victoria: Well, he bought the farm yesterday. Brandon: Really? But he was only 87 and in good shape. Victoria: I […]
Hole in the wall
Context #1 Sam: Last night we found this really awesome restaurant for authentic southern BBQ! Tony: Really? Where is it? Sam: It’s a tiny little hole in the wall right on the corner of Main St. and First. The food is cheap and delicious! Context #2 Jenny: So, how was your trip to San Diego? […]
