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Alex
Aug 27, 20223 min read
What does "NGL" mean? (Internet slang) (audio reading included)
Language is democratic. This is one of its most enduring characteristics: People get to decide what is and is not accepted in spoken and...
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Alex
Aug 23, 20227 min read
The difference between "used to," "be used to," and "get used to" (English grammar and vocabulary)
Recommended level: Upper intermediate. Watch the video related to this resource, and do the quiz to test your understanding. QUICK...
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Alex
Aug 16, 20223 min read
4 common English phrases that use the word FOR (for sure, for the most part, and more!)
Learning common word combinations in an essential part of becoming confident and fluent in any language. By mastering the short phrases...
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Alex
Aug 15, 20224 min read
300 Practical English Words and Phrases is AVAILABLE NOW! (personal audio story included)
Scroll to the bottom of this page for audio. I'm pleased to announce that you can now purchase 300 Practical English Words and Phrases...
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Alex
Aug 12, 20222 min read
A look INSIDE 300 Practical English Words and Phrases (Only 3 days until release!)
The day is almost here. 300 Practical English Words and Phrases will be available on Monday, August 15th. To prepare for the launch, I...
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Alex
Aug 11, 20223 min read
3 quick and easy PUT phrasal verbs (put on, put up, put down) with practice questions and audio
Audio Phrasal verbs are an essential part of English vocabulary. It is almost impossible to listen to an English conversation and not...
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Alex
Aug 9, 20224 min read
5 practical GET idioms (includes practice questions, pictures, and audio)
Audio It's no secret that get is one of the most commonly used verbs in the English language, and that it has many idiomatic uses. In...
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Alex
Aug 2, 20224 min read
How to use "prefer" in English ("Prefer...to" vs. "Prefer...than": a common mistake)
How do you use the word "prefer" in English? In this post, we will look at FIVE common structures, and one common mistake that some...
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Alex
Jul 27, 20223 min read
Talking about age in English (Correct structures and common mistakes)
One of the most common questions people ask is "How old are you?" Do you know how to answer this question in English? In this article, I...
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Alex
Jul 18, 20221 min read
NEW BOOK confirmed for August 15th, 2022!
Finally! I am happy to announce that the latest addition to the Practical English series, 300 Practical English Words and Phrases, will...
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Alex
Jul 11, 20223 min read
"On time" vs. "In time": What's the difference? (includes practice questions)
Do you always arrive on time for work, or do you sometimes arrive late? If you're in school, do you always arrive on time for class? What...
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Alex
Jun 8, 20223 min read
35 English words that are shortened in conversation (video included)
Many English words are shortened in conversation, especially in casual settings. This list is intended to help you understand and use...
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Alex
Jun 6, 20225 min read
10 English Grammar Mistakes that are Accepted in Casual Speech (Video and Practice Quiz Included)
Click here for related video lesson and practice quiz. We all make mistakes when we speak. Sometimes, these mistakes become part of...
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Alex
Jun 3, 20225 min read
20 redundant phrasal verbs (clean up, sit down, etc.)
Most phrasal verbs are idiomatic. However, there are many phrasal verbs whose meaning does not change regardless of their adverbial or...
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Alex
May 30, 20224 min read
10 idioms you can use at work (with practice questions)
Idioms are very common in workplace conversations. Whether you are speaking to a colleague, an employee, or a manager, there is a very...
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Alex
May 27, 20221 min read
Say more than "good" and "bad": Using your senses to expand your vocabulary (VIDEO)
It is perfectly normal to use the words "good" and "bad" to describe our experiences and our feelings. They are useful words when we want...
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Alex
May 26, 20223 min read
20 essential English questions
Questions are an essential part of communication. They help us to get important information from others, and they open the door to...
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Alex
May 23, 20224 min read
Learn 10 "up" phrasal verbs (with practice questions)
Related video: https://www.engvid.com/10-up-phrasal-verbs/ Are you ready to explore and increase your English vocabulary? Make sure to...
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Alex
May 20, 20224 min read
3-Word Phrasal Verbs in English
Recommended level: Advanced Related resource: Video lesson and practice quiz Phrasal verbs are one of the most important parts of English...
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Alex
May 18, 20224 min read
English writing: The subtle difference between "but" and "yet" (coordinating conjunctions)
If you look online for the difference between but and yet, you are likely to find one or both of these statements: As coordinating...
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