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Idioms from America's most popular sport: football

Idioms from America's most popular sport: football

Posted by Amy Gillett on 28th Jan 2020

Idioms are very common in daily speech. They come from a variety of sources. Some come from the military, some come from politics, others come from literature. But the top source — the one ‘hitting … read more
Thanksgiving Idioms & Expressions

Thanksgiving Idioms & Expressions

Posted by Amy Gillett on 27th Nov 2019

In this mini e-book, you'll learn 14 new idioms & expressions as you join the Johnson family (from Speak English Like an American) for their Thanksgiving celebration! … read more
Business English Mini-Lesson: Whistleblowers

Business English Mini-Lesson: Whistleblowers

Posted by Sam Brooks on 30th Sep 2019

Here's a lesson to help you improve your Business English. It is on the timely topic of knowing when to be a whistleblower and covers many useful vocabulary words and phrases. The vocabulary is in bol … read more
Proverbs in Business English

Proverbs in Business English

Posted by Tanya Peterson on 27th Sep 2019

A proverb is a short saying that expresses a general truth or a piece of advice. Proverbs may appear simple when you hear them/ You may think "oh that's common sense!" But they can be very effect … read more
Business English Lesson: Get the Boss to Shape Up

Business English Lesson: Get the Boss to Shape Up

Posted by Tanya Peterson on 11th Apr 2019

In this entertaining Business English lesson, you'll learn some very useful Business English idioms and expressions. It's Lesson 1 from our book Speak Better Business English and our app&nbs … read more