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Sunday, June 1, 2025
Useless (Not Unuseful)
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Many English learners make the mistake of saying “unuseful” when they really mean “useless.” But “unuseful” is not a common or natural word ...
Thursday, May 8, 2025
Funny-Sounding English Words That Make Us Laugh
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English has many words that sound funny when we say them. Some are old, some are new, but all of them can make us smile. Here are a few ex...
Thursday, April 3, 2025
The Difference Between “Fall” and “Fall Down”
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Do you ever wonder when to use “fall” and “fall down” in English? These words can be confusing, but don’t worry! Here’s a quick guide. Fall ...
Tuesday, March 4, 2025
Fluency Trick - Try the One-Two-Three Punch (Guest Lesson)
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I’m excited to share a special guest lesson on the blog today! This lesson was created by Todd Beuckens, who has been an ESL teacher for 25 ...
Friday, February 7, 2025
February 3, 1959: Buddy Holly and The Day the Music Died
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Buddy Holly was one of the most popular American rock and roll musicians of the 1950s. Born in Texas in 1936, he wrote and sang many hit son...
Wednesday, January 1, 2025
How to Use the Verb "Suggest" in English
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The verb "suggest" is a common word used to give advice, make recommendations, or share ideas. However, it is easy to use incorr...
Wednesday, December 4, 2024
Drive-Thru Culture in the USA
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Did you know that in the United States, you can do almost everything without leaving your car? This is called drive-thru culture, and it is ...
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