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These are the B2 phrases I'll be studying today:
(See transcript at: https://www.practisingenglish.com/podcast-313.htm
as far as sth is concerned
Definition: When talking about a particular subject or issue. 
Example:
 As far as money is concerned, we need to be careful. 
a misunderstanding
Definition: A situation in which people do not understand each other correctly. 
Example:
The argument started because of a misunderstanding.
what on earth...! / why on earth...!
Definition: Used to show strong surprise, confusion, or annoyance. 
Example:
What on earth are you doing here at midnight? I thought you were in bed!
flirt
Definition: To behave in a way that shows romantic or sexual interest in someone, often in a playful way. 
Example:
He was flirting with a woman at the party.
be devoted to
Definition: To be very loyal to, committed to, or focused on someone or something. 
Example:
She is devoted to her family. She visits them every week.
clear up the question of
Definition: To explain or solve something that is unclear or uncertain. 
Example:
The meeting helped clear up the question of who was responsible. (See: misunderstanding)
make out (find the answer to) 
Definition: To understand, discover, or find the answer to something that is difficult. 
Example:
I couldn't make out what the reason was Dave getting upset at the party.
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These are the B1 phrases we're going to study today:
https://www.practisingenglish.com/podcast-312.htm
 1. after a while
Definition: after some time has passed
 Example: We talked for a while , and after a while we went home. 
 2. on purpose
Definition: intentionally; not by accident
 Example: John broke his mobile phone on purpose so his parents would buy him a new one. 
 3. put out (a fire) 
Definition: to stop a fire from burning
 Example: There was a fire in our kitchen. Fortunately, the fire brigade arrived soon put out the fire quickly. 
 4. hurry up
Definition: to do something more quickly
 Example: Hurry up , or we will miss the bus. 
 5. help yourself
Definition: take something for yourself if you want it
 Example: There are some biscuits on the table. Help yourself to some. 
 6. lend a hand
Definition: to help someone with something
Example: Can you lend me a hand with these boxes?
 7. knock something/somebody down
Definition: (a building) to destroy a building; (a person) to hit someone so they fall, often with a vehicle
 Example: They knocked down the old factory and built a park there. 
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These are the B2 phrasal verbs we're studying today:
For full stiry transcript: https://www.practisingenglish.com/podcast-311.htm
1. Turn up (Meaning: To arrive or appear)
"We wrapped up the meeting early because the client didn't turn up on time."

2. Get away (Meaning: To escape or evade capture)
"The thieves managed to get away before the security guards could lock the building down."

3. Deal with (Meaning: To handle or take action on a problem)
"Don't worry about the scheduling conflict; our manager will deal with it first thing tomorrow."

4. Turn to (Meaning: To face someone or look to them for answers/help)
"When the map failed us, I turned to a local resident to ask for directions."

5. Fall for (Meaning: To fall deeply in love with someone)
"He was incredibly charming, so it didn't take long for her to fall for him completely."
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For very young learners (from 8-10), I recommend my picture reader book for children learning A1 to A2 English. It comes with a fully dramatised audio version: https://amzn.to/46TCWvv
Oxford Bookworm Graded Readers: Read stories at your level to improve your English. I recommend Oxford Bookworms as the best series of books for learners: https://amzn.to/4r7YVHg
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These are the B1 expressions we'll study today:
For full story audio script: https://www.practisingenglish.com/podcast-310.htm
1) just in case
Definition: to be prepared if something happens.
Take an umbrella just in case it rains.

2) get ready
Definition: to prepare for something.
We need to get ready for school.

3) come to an agreement
Definition: to decide something together after talking.
After two hours, they came to an agreement.

4) I must admit
Definition: I say something honestly, even if it is difficult or surprising.
I must admit, the movie was very good.

5) raised his voice
Definition: spoke louder, often because of anger.
The teacher raised his voice to stop the noise.

6) regret that decision
Definition: feel sorry about a choice you made.
She regrets that decision now.
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Learners studying towards B2 level will be interested in my B1 to B2 reader: The Tudor Conspiracy (includes audio version) https://amzn.to/4gPsj0i
For very young learners (from 8-10), I recommend my picture reader book for children learning A1 to A2 English. It comes with a fully dramatised audio version: https://amzn.to/46TCWvv
Oxford Bookworm Graded Readers: Read stories at your level to improve your English. I recommend Oxford Bookworms as the best series of books for learners: https://amzn.to/4r7YVHg
At https://www.practisingenglish.com/ I offer learners of intermediate-level English, free grammar help and exercises and other English learning ...

These are the B2 phrases we'll be studying today:
For audioscript see: https://www.practisingenglish.com/podcast-309.htm
peculiar
Definition: strange or unusual in a way that is interesting or surprising.
Examples:
There was a peculiar smell coming from the kitchen.
worrying
Definition: making you feel anxious or concerned.
Examples:
The doctor said the test results were worrying.
playing a joke on
Definition: tricking someone in a funny way for amusement.
Examples:
My brother was playing a joke on me by hiding my phone.
strangely enough
Definition: surprisingly or in an unusual way.
Examples:
Strangely enough, I met my old teacher in another country.
unclear about
Definition: not understanding something well or not being certain about it.
Examples:
She is still unclear about the homework instructions.
at all costs
Definition: no matter what difficulties or dangers there are.
Examples:
He wanted to win the game at all costs.
I was standing by the window in Poirot’s apartment, watching the busy London street below.
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My NEW book: "B1 English Vocabulary Builder - 22 Short Stories for Learning the Words and Phrases Students Need to Pass the B1 Exam" is now available! This book gives the learner enough vocabulary to pass any B1 exam (special help for Cambridge exams).
To read more about my book, click here (you can access it from any Amazon platform):
https://amzn.to/46AVFe9
Learners studying towards B2 level will be interested in my B1 to B2 reader: The Tudor Conspiracy (includes audio version) https://amzn.to/4gPsj0i
For very young learners (from 8-10), I recommend my picture reader book for children learning A1 to A2 English. It comes with a fully dramatised audio version: https://amzn.to/46TCWvv
Oxford Bookworm Graded Readers: Read stories at your level to improve your English. I recommend Oxford Bookworms as the best series of books for learners: https://amzn.to/4r7YVHg
At https://www.practisingenglish.com/ I offer learners of intermediate-level English, free grammar help and exercises and other English learning ...