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"In the end" vs. "At the end": What's the difference?
A single word can change the meaning and usage of a phrase. This is the case with "in the end" and "at the end." Let's look at the...

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Mar 25, 20223 min read
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Video: "My English isn't improving. What should I do?"
It's normal to feel stuck or unmotivated when you're learning a new skills sometimes. If you feel stuck or tired of studying, this video...

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Sep 15, 20211 min read
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Video: PHRASAL VERBS: 3 ways to use "give back" in English
In my latest video, I give you practical examples of a high-frequency phrasal verb. Practice sentences like "Give me back my phone," "I...

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Jul 10, 20211 min read
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Video: Let's go! Learn 25 common imperatives in English with "let's"
In my latest video, I give you language you can activate immediately. How many of these "Let's" imperatives do you know, and how many of...

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Jun 15, 20211 min read
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Avoid This Common Phrasal Verb Mistake!
Phrasal verbs are tough. Some are transitive, and some are intransitive. Some are separable, and some are inseparable. Some must be...

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Jun 13, 20213 min read
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Talking about Your Job in English
This post is meant to help you practice some common questions and statements related to your job. If you have any feedback about the...

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Jun 10, 20212 min read
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How to Use the Second Conditional in English (with Examples)
Scroll to the bottom of the page for more second conditional resources. The second conditional is used to talk about hypothetical...

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Jun 7, 20217 min read
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English Dialogues Ep.1: Dinner with Mel and Tina (audio included)
This dialogue series is intended to help students see English in context. While studying aspects of language individually is helpful, it...

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Jun 3, 20216 min read
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4 Ways to Use "SHOULD" in English
Most students know that should is used to give advice in English. However, that is not its only usage. In this article, we will look at...

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May 31, 20213 min read
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Practical English: 10 Everyday Phrasal Verbs
If you would like to learn more phrasal verbs, check out my first book, 100 Practical English Phrasal Verbs. It has 100 high-frequency...

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May 26, 20213 min read
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English Grammar: 6 Ways to Use the Present Continuous
Most English students know that the present continuous is used to talk about actions that are in progress at the moment of speaking, such...

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May 18, 20215 min read
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Video: Practice L & R Pronunciation in English with a Song
In my latest video, I sing a popular children's song to practice L & R pronunciation. Children's shows, movies, and songs are a great way...

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May 16, 20211 min read
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When I Was a Kid: A Story to Practice Gerunds and Infinitives
This is a true story about me. I have highlighted the gerunds and infinitives so you can see how they are used in context. Make sure to...

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May 14, 20213 min read
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Quick English Idioms: "Up to" and "Up for" something
You just arrived at work, and you see one of your colleagues sitting at their desk. They look very focused, and you want to ask them what...

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May 7, 20212 min read
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3 Common Idioms to Encourage Others (with practice questions!)
Disclaimer: This post is about encouraging people, but it is important to remember that sometimes words are not enough. If you find it...

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May 1, 20212 min read
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7 ways to know you're an intermediate English student
Do you know what it means to be an intermediate English student? If not, don't worry. This blog post will give you 7 signs that indicate...

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Apr 28, 20212 min read
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Using HAD BETTER in English (with practice questions!)
HAD BETTER is a semi-modal verb phrase that is used to give strong advice in English. It is often considered a semi-modal verb because it...

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Apr 21, 20212 min read
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3 Common APPEARANCE Idioms (with conversation practice!)
When was the last time you cried your eyes out? This means to cry strongly and for a long time. Someone who cries their eyes out usually...

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Apr 15, 20212 min read
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200 Practical English Idioms AVAILABLE NOW!
I am happy to announce that you can now purchase the PDF and physical copies of my brand new book, 200 Practical English Idioms. The book...

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Apr 13, 20211 min read
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5 Common Word Pairs for Daily Life
Word pairs are also known as binomial pairs. Here are five common binomial pairs that are joined by "and," and which you can use in...

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Nov 1, 20201 min read
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