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 English but also gain a broader perspective on the world.
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Stick out your neck
means to take a risk to help someone or do something brave, often when oth…
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Grounded
If someone is grounded, they are emotionally steady, calm, and sensible.
They don’t…
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Caught red handed
means to catch someone in the act of doing something wrong. Usually, it’s ab…
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Hit a wall
means to reach a point where you can’t continue — usually because you’re tired, ou…
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Tear up
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Drained
It means feeling extremely tired — physically, emotionally, or both. When you’re dra…
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Take a stand
means to speak out or act to support an idea, especially when it takes courage.
E…
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Grit
means bravery and determination to keep going through difficult times.
Examples:
1- Mary …
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Downhearted
means feeling sad, discouraged, or disappointed — especially after something doe…
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Darg your feet
It means to delay doing something or be slow to take action, especially becau…
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Hard-headed
It means very stubborn or unwilling to listen to advice or change their mind. A h…
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Empty-handed
It means you left a place without getting what you wanted or expected. You tried,…
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The more, the merrier
It means that the more people there are, the better and more fun it wil…
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To put your life on the line means to risk your life to protect someone or something importan…
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Living in a fantasy world
means to have unrealistic ideas, dreams, or beliefs that are disconn…
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Mishap
is a small accident or mistake — something that goes wrong, but it’s usually not seriou…
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Throw someone under the bus
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Short-staffed
means there are not enough people working in a place.
It’s usually used to des…
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Jump the gun
means to do something too early — before it’s the right time.
It’s usually used …
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Scatterbrained
It describes a person who is forgetful, disorganized, or easily distracted.
Ex…