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Daily English Pod

I’m Jale, an English teacher and graduate in Applied Linguistics from Canada. From Monday to Friday, I share short, practical educational podcasts. On Saturdays, you’ll hear an engaging story, and on Sundays, we explore artistic topics. Like a real magazine, these podcasts cover current issues, culture, society, and history in clear, easy-to-understand English. If you’re interested in learning English and understanding the world around you, this podcast is for you. With me, you’ll not only practice

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1:52

See off

Daily English Pod ·

2024/10/22

For checking the transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379282See off means to go with someone to the place they are departing from, like an airport or station, to say goodbye. It’s a way to show support or care when someone is leaving Examples:1- When Cristiano Ronaldo left Real Madrid, thousands of fans gathered to see him off and wish him the best for his new club. 2- I planned to see my friend off at the airport, but I got stuck in traffic and ended up seeing off my pizza...

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Rip-off

Daily English Pod ·

2024/10/21

For checking the transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379282means something that is overpriced or not worth the money. It’s often used to describe a bad deal. Examples:1- Leonardo DiCaprio once bought a limited edition watch for $10,000, but when it broke within days, he felt it was a huge rip-off.2- Lucy thought she was getting a massage at a spa, but it turned out to be five minutes of foot tapping. Talk about a rip-off!

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Give in

Daily English Pod ·

2024/10/20

For checking the transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379282Give inmeans to stop resisting or fighting against something, usually because the pressure is too much. It means to surrender or agree to something after initially resisting it.Examples:1- In a famous moment, Steve Jobs never gave in when people doubted the success of the iPhone, and it became revolutionary.2- After vowing to stick to his diet, Greg gave in to temptation when he saw a triple-chocolate brownie. The brownie won that...

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1:46

Bring up

Daily English Pod ·

2024/10/19

For checking the transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379282Bring upmeans to mention or introduce a topic in conversation. Examples:1- During an interview, Oprah brought up the struggles she faced in her early career, inspiring millions of viewers. At a party, my friend brought up the time I accidentally wore mismatched shoes to a wedding, and now everyone won’t let me forget it!

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1:53

Get out of hand

Daily English Pod ·

2024/10/18

For checking the transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379282Get out of handmeans something becomes uncontrollable or chaotic. Examples:1- The celebrity’s social media post went viral, and things got out of hand as thousands of comments flooded in overnight. 2- Sarah’s idea to bake a simple birthday cake got out of hand when she accidentally started a kitchen fire!

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2:02

Milestone

Daily English Pod ·

2024/10/17

For checking the transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379282Milestone refers to an important event or achievement that marks progress in a project or activity.Examples:1- When Taylor Swift sold out stadiums on her tour, it was a major milestone in her career, showing just how far she’s come as an artist.2- After months of practice, Jake finally cooked a perfect Thanksgiving turkey—his proudest milestone in becoming a great home chef!

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2:09

Foresee

Daily English Pod ·

2024/10/16

For checking the transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379282Foresee means to predict or anticipate something that will happen in the future based on available information. Examples:1- Elon Musk is known for his ability to foresee future technological trends, like the growing importance of electric vehicles and space travel.2- Mike didn’t foresee that his "quick nap" would turn into a five-hour sleep marathon, causing him to miss his surprise birthday party!

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Drag on

Daily English Pod ·

2024/10/15

For checking the transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379282Drag on means to continue for longer than necessary, often becoming boring or tiresome.Examples:1- When the famous actor was asked about his personal life in an interview, he gave such a long-winded answer that it dragged on and on, boring everyone watching.2- At the birthday party, the kids' magic show dragged on, and by the end, even the magician seemed tired of the tricks!

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Play it by ear

Daily English Pod ·

2024/10/14

For checking the transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379282Play it by earmeans to handle a situation without a plan, making decisions based on what happens in the moment. Examples:1- Since we weren't sure what the weather would be like, we decided to play the picnic by ear.2- The band didn’t rehearse, so they just played it by ear during the concert and still sounded great.

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1:49

Top notch

Daily English Pod ·

2024/10/13

For checking the transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379282Top notchmeans something of the highest quality or excellent standard. Once again, it means excellent or first-class.Examples:1-The chef's top-notch skills earned the restaurant a Michelin star.2- After hours of effort, Sam finally put together a top-notch sandwich—only to drop it on the floor two seconds later!

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Abolish

Daily English Pod ·

2024/10/12

For checking the transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379282Abolishmeans to officially put an end to something, like a law, system, or practice.Examples:1- Slavery was abolished in many countries long ago because it was wrong.2- Many countries aim to abolish the death penalty. This means that several nations want to permanently end the practice of executing people as a form of punishment.

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2:24

Give someone the cold shoulder

Daily English Pod ·

2024/10/11

For checking the transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379282Give someone the cold shouldermeans to deliberately ignore or be unfriendly toward someone, usually as a way of showing disapproval or anger. It means to ignore someone or be unfriendly toward them on purpose.Examples:1- At the award ceremony, the actor gave the reporters the cold shoulder, refusing to answer any questions.2- After accidentally eating her roommate’s last slice of pizza, Jenny was given the cold shoulder for the en...

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2:33

Call it a day

Daily English Pod ·

2024/10/10

For checking the transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379282Call it a day:means to stop working or stop doing something, especially when you’ve done enough or are ready to rest.Examples:1- The band had been practicing their new songs all night, and after the drummer accidentally fell asleep mid-song, they decided to call it a day and head to the nearest pizza place.2- After hours of debate in Parliament, the politicians decided to call it a day and resume discussions the next morning.

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Binge

Daily English Pod ·

2024/10/09

For checking the transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379282Bingemeans to do something in excess, usually in a short period of time. You can binge on food, shows, or even activities, and it often implies overdoing it.Examples:1- After finding a new TV series, Sarah decided to binge all six seasons over the weekend without taking a break.2- During the holidays, many people binge on sweets and treats, only to feel a bit guilty afterward.

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2:08

To nail it

Daily English Pod ·

2024/10/08

To nail itmeans to do something perfectly or achieve success in a particular task or activity. It means to do something really well or perfectly. Examples:1- After rehearsing his proposal speech, he nailed it, and she said yes! 2- I thought I nailed it by attempting to impress my friends with my dance moves at the party, but I ended up tripping over my own feet and knocking over the snack table instead.

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2:54

Learn the ropes

Daily English Pod ·

2024/10/07

For checking the transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379282Learn the ropes:means to understand how things work in a particular situation or job. It suggests that someone has the knowledge and experience needed to handle tasks effectively. Examples:1- Before starting the new job, I took a few days to learn the ropes so I wouldn’t feel lost on my first day.2- When I tried to assemble furniture from Ikea, it felt like I needed to learn the ropes of advanced engineering.

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2:28

Spot on

Daily English Pod ·

2024/10/06

For checking the transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379282Spot onmeans exactly right or correct. It is used to describe something that perfectly meets expectations or standards, whether it’s an opinion, a performance, or even a dish. Examples:1- The comedian’s take on relationships was spot on; everyone was laughing because it felt so true, especially when he joked about how couples argue over who controls the TV remote.2- The chef’s new dish was spot on; the flavors balanced perfectly, ...

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Bold

Daily English Pod ·

2024/10/05

For checking the transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379282Boldmeans showing courage and confidence. It describes someone who is willing to take risks and stand out, whether in their actions or appearance. For example, a bold person might speak up for what they believe in, even if it’s difficult. Additionally, "bold" can refer to something striking or eye-catching, like bright colors in fashion or art. ExamplesRosa Parks’ bold refusal to give up her seat as a black person on the bus was a...

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2:46

Brush up on sth

Daily English Pod ·

2024/10/04

For checking the transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379282Brush up on sthmeans to improve or refresh your knowledge or skill in something that you haven't practiced in a while. Once again, it means to refresh or improve your skills or knowledge in a specific area.Examples:1- He said he’d brush up on his dancing before the wedding, but when we saw him on the dance floor, we knew he didn’t. 2- After not driving for a few years, John needed to brush up on the rules of the road before f...

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2:47

When pigs fly

Daily English Pod ·

2024/10/03

For checking the transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379282When pigs fly is used to describe something that will never happen or is extremely unlikely to happen, often in a humorous way.Examples: 1- My friend said she’d give up online dating for good. She’s always on the apps, so that’ll happen when pigs fly!2- Some people hope for a world where everyone gets along and all conflicts, including wars, are resolved, but that will happen when pigs fly!

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