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Daily English Pod

Daily English Pod is a space for learning English beyond grammar and textbooks.During the week, you’ll learn practical vocabulary, expressions, idioms, and real-life English, the language people actually use in everyday conversations, emotions, and work.On weekends, we slow down. Through ideas from psychology, philosophy, and real human experience, we explore language as a way to better understand life, emotions, identity, and growth.This podcast is created by Jale, an English teacher with 13 years

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1:59

Keep sb in the dark

Daily English Pod ·

2024/11/23

For checking the transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379282Keep sb in the dark means to deliberately not tell someone about something or to keep them uninformed, especially about important or relevant information. Examples:1- She felt hurt when her friends kept her in the dark about their weekend plans.2- The government was accused of keeping the public in the dark about changes to the law.

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Frugal

Daily English Pod ·

2024/11/22

For checking the transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379282Frugalmeans spending money carefully and not wasting it. It’s not about being cheap—it’s about being smart with your resources. Examples:1- Sarah is so frugal that she always checks for coupons before she shops online.2- After losing his job, Tom started living a frugal lifestyle—he sold his car and began using public transportation.

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In the driver's sit

Daily English Pod ·

2024/11/21

For checking the transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379282In the driver's sitmeans being in control of a situation or having authority. It’s like being the driver of a car, where you decide where to go and how to get there.Examples:1- After months of hard work, John finally got his startup off the ground and was now in the driver's seat, calling the shots.2- Ever since I bought a new gaming console, my younger brother has been in the driver's seat of our living room, controlling the TV r...

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1:43

Act up

Daily English Pod ·

2024/11/20

For checking the transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379282Act upmeans to behave badly or cause problems. It can refer to both people (especially when they misbehave) and things like machines or devices that stop working properly.Examples:1- At the party, Sarah’s dog started acting up, running around and knocking over the drinks!2- During a concert, Adele’s microphone started acting up, causing some audio issues, and she had to pause for a couple of minutes to fix it.

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2:06

Bummer

Daily English Pod ·

2024/11/19

For checking the transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379282Bummeris a situation or event that is disappointing, frustrating, or unpleasant. It's an informal word, often used in casual conversations to express sympathy or shared frustration.Examples:1- Sarah found out the concert was canceled just as she arrived at the venue. Total bummer! 2- Imagine getting to a party and realizing you forgot your gift at home. That would be a bummer, wouldn’t it?

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1:48

In the nick of time

Daily English Pod ·

2024/11/18

For checking the transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379282In the nick of time means at the very last moment before something bad happens. It’s like a race against time where you succeed just before it's too late.Examples:1- I got to the train station in the nick of time—just as the doors were closing, I jumped in and everyone applauded!2- During the Oscars, the host realized they had mixed up the envelopes, but they corrected the mistake in the nick of time before announcing the wrong wi...

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2:44

Raise eyebrows

Daily English Pod ·

2024/11/17

For checking the transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379282Raise eyebrows (Vocabulary through stories)To cause surprise, shock, or mild disapproval because something is unusual or unexpected.Examples:1- Michael Jackson traveling with a chimpanzee raised a lot of eyebrows—it wasn’t something people saw every day!2- When the company promoted a new intern to the manager after just two weeks, it raised eyebrows among the other employees.

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Monumental - Vocabulary through facts

Daily English Pod ·

2024/11/16

For checking the transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379282Monumentalvery important, significantExamples:1- The invention of the internet was a monumental development that transformed the way the world communicates.2- Driving rights for women was a monumental achievement.

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2:19

Wrap one’s head around sth

Daily English Pod ·

2024/11/15

For checking the transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379282Wrap one’s head around sthmeans to understand or comprehend something, especially when it's complicated or challenging. Examples:1- Imagine trying to wrap your head around how they filmed those special effects in movies. It’s so cool, but so mind-boggling!2- When the pop star announced she was taking a break from her career to study astrophysics, fans needed some time to wrap their heads around the surprising news.

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2:24

Take with a grain of salt

Daily English Pod ·

2024/11/14

For checking the transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379282Take sth with a grain of saltmeans to view information with some skepticism or not fully believe it without proof. It’s used when something might be exaggerated or unreliable.Examples:1- In a recent interview, a politician promised free college for everyone. I'd take that with a grain of salt, promises like these don't go exactly as planned 2- A magazine claimed that Elon Musk was planning to buy an entire city to house his ...

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1:51

Up in the air

Daily English Pod ·

2024/11/13

For checking the transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379282Up in the airmeans that something is undecided or uncertain. When things are “up in the air,” it usually means there’s no clear plan or answer yet.Examples:1- The actress’s plans to join the movie are up in the air—fans are eagerly waiting to see if she'll sign on.2- When the concert was postponed due to weather, fans felt frustrated because the reschedule date was still up in the air.

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1:45

Use up

Daily English Pod ·

2024/11/12

For checking the transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379282Use up means to use something until there’s none left. Essentially, when you’ve “used up” something, you’ve completely run out of it.Examples:1- After throwing that huge party, Sarah used up all the food in her pantry and had to order takeout the next day.2- Rumor has it that Tom Cruise used up all his energy while filming back-to-back action scenes and had to take a week off!

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1:59

Take the lead

Daily English Pod ·

2024/11/11

For checking the transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379282Take the leadmeans to step forward, take charge, or guide others. It’s when someone steps up and shows the way, especially when no one else is sure what to do.Examples:1- During a business meeting, everyone was unsure of the next step, but Jordan took the lead and proposed a new plan to move forward.2- At a friend’s birthday party, everyone hesitated to start the karaoke, so Charlie took the lead and sang a ridiculousl...

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Read between lines

Daily English Pod ·

2024/11/10

For checking the transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379282Read between the lines: means to find the hidden or underlying meaning in what’s said or written, something that isn’t immediately obvious.Examples:1- Jessica’s email said she was “taking a break from work” after a stressful month. I could read between the lines—she was probably burnt out and needed time to recharge.2- The restaurant review didn’t directly say the food was bad, but reading between the lines, you could tell the rev...

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Controversial

Daily English Pod ·

2024/11/09

For checking the transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379282Controversial means it causes disagreement or arguments because people have very different opinions about it. It often refers to topics that spark strong reactions.Examples:1- The new law was controversial, as some people believed it was helpful, while others thought it limited their freedom.2- That movie received controversial reviews—some people loved it, while others thought it was the worst film of the year!

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Impeccable

Daily English Pod ·

2024/11/08

For checking the transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379282Impeccable means something that is flawless or without any faults. Once again, impeccable describes something done to the highest standard, as close to perfect as it can be.Examples:1- When Tom Cruise performs his stunts, his focus is impeccable, impressing everyone with how perfectly he completes each one.2- The hotel staff provided impeccable service during our stay; they anticipated every need and made us feel truly welcomed.

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To get away with sth

Daily English Pod ·

2024/11/07

For checking the transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379282To get away with sth means to do something wrong, risky, or careless without getting into trouble for it.Examples:1. When a top chef accidentally used the wrong ingredient during a cooking competition, he managed to cover it up. Somehow, he got away with it, and the judges loved his dish!2. Jake’s dog loves to sleep on the couch when no one’s home. He jumps off quickly whenever he hears the door, getting away with it every ti...

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1:39

Genuine

Daily English Pod ·

2024/11/06

For checking the transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379282Genuine:means something real, sincere, or authentic. When something is genuine, it’s not fake or forced—it’s the real deal.Examples:1- When people compliment Ted's cooking, he always blushes because he knows they’re giving him genuine praise, not just being polite.2- Carla wanted to find a genuine leather bag, so she checked the quality carefully to make sure it wasn’t fake.

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1:57

At stake

Daily English Pod ·

2024/11/05

For checking the transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379282At stake refers to something that’s at risk, or something valuable that could be lost or gained depending on the outcome of a situation. Examples: 1- The team realized that with the championship title at stake, they had to play their best game ever. 2- As they argued about who should get the last slice of pizza, Tim jokingly said, Don’t you know my happiness is at stake here?

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1:54

Intriguing

Daily English Pod ·

2024/11/04

For checking the transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379282Intriguingdescribes something that’s so interesting or mysterious that it grabs your attention and makes you curious.Examples:1- The scientist’s intriguing experiment had everyone guessing what the final result would be.2- Ali’s friend told him an intriguing story about a treasure hidden in their neighborhood—now he wants to go on a hunt to find it!

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