Synopsis
Every week, we look at a different everyday English phrase or piece of slang in this fun three-minute programme. From BBC World Service
Episodes
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Key worker
01/12/2020 Duration: 02minSomeone who has become more important than ever during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Plastic footprint
17/11/2020 Duration: 02minIt's similar to 'carbon footprint', but this focuses on your plastic usage.
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Spoiler alert!
10/11/2020 Duration: 02minA warning when we're going to reveal part of the story of a film, book or TV series.
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Doomscrolling
27/10/2020 Duration: 02minLearn a word about the addiction to looking at depressing news on social media.
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Crowdsourcing
20/10/2020 Duration: 02minLearn a word that might be useful when you’re developing an idea and need help.
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One step at a time
13/10/2020 Duration: 02minWhen you’re trying something new, it’s best not to rush.
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Bog-standard
06/10/2020 Duration: 02minHow do you describe something that is standard, ordinary and nothing special?
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Climate emergency
22/09/2020 Duration: 02minFind out more about this expression and learn things you can do to help the planet.
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Sticking point
25/08/2020 Duration: 02minA 'sticking point' is an issue or a problem in a negotiation that blocks an agreement.
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Living in a bubble
11/08/2020 Duration: 02minDo you know someone who's a bit sheltered from the problems of the world?
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Slippery slope
21/07/2020 Duration: 02minLearn how to describe a situation that is getting worse and might end in disaster.