Monday, November 30, 2020
Common sentences: She tried to persuade him to organize a boycott. - I'll call you on Friday. - Who painted this picture? - Did you buy anything? - I had a hard time making both ends meet. - You have cute eyes. - This is Mrs. Smith. - I'd like to go see a movie. - All of the dogs were alive. - Can you ride a bicycle? - Tom is the tallest in his family. - I need to search for my pen. - It is really quite a good story. - He's a man you can rely on. - Excuse me, but would you please tell me the way to the post office? - In case of an emergency, get in touch with my agent. - I have many friends who are native speakers. - Count me in. - The teacher pokes his nose into everything. - - ( EnglishH 2109 z8m )
Common sentences: A bunch of people told me not to eat there. - Mary took out the eggs one by one. - She made a bet with him. - Let's get together again next year. - She took a walk before breakfast. - He made a sharp turn to the right. - Good. Get some rest and I'll bring over some food later. - As soon as I can get the chance, I'll come for a visit. - Do you see that house? It's mine. - Can you write it down for me please? - He has been very busy this week. - What brand of dog food do you feed your dog? - Please sit here. - Complaining won't change anything. - Let's quickly finish the remaining work and go out for some drinks. - She'll tell him about it when she comes back. - Tom was trying hard not to laugh out loud. - My plan was adopted by them. - It hurts here. - - ( EnglishH 2107 z8m )
Common sentences: Where's the nearest hospital? - Let me read the paper when you have finished with it. - He neglected his duties. - When did she break the window? - I agreed to help him in his work. - He secretly showed me her picture. - I'll have exams right after the summer holidays. - The lake is a long way from here. - She successfully got him to tell the truth. - I went to the park with Mary yesterday. - She adores him. - She married him even though she didn't like him. - Tom and Sue have known each other since 1985. - She invited him in for a cup of coffee. - Dorothy what are your plans for Christmas? - I don't care. - It was dark in the room. - I think it's time for me to buy a decent car. - You should make sure that you don't make Tom angry. - - ( EnglishH 2105 z8m )
readSpike(BBC): Topshop owner Arcadia goes into administration - Coronavirus: MPs to vote on tougher tiers for England - Immigration: Visa applications open under UK's post-Brexit system - Covid-19: Lung damage 'identified' in study - ‘I would be dead' without Burnley vicars - Climate change: Temperature analysis shows UN goals 'within reach' - Facebook News will pay UK outlets for content in 2021 - Covid: Alcohol ban for Welsh pubs and restaurants from Friday - Brazil's Amazon: Deforestation 'surges to 12-year high' - Indonesia: Thousands flee after volcano erupts ( EnglishH 1840 a9d )
Paragraph: According to the caption on the bronze marker placed by the Multnomah Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution on May 12, 1939, “College Hall (is) the oldest building in continuous use for Educational purposes west of the Rocky Mountains. Here were educated men and women who have won recognition throughout the world in all the learned professions.” ( EnglishH 1825 t0f )
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Sunday, November 29, 2020
Business Word/Phrase of the Day: word-phrase-descEvery day we publish a business word or phrase together with audio pronunciation, phonetics, definition and example sentences. This is a great way to improve your workplace vocabulary as well as your pronunciation. To receive 'Business Word/Phrase of the Day' by email, just subscribe to our newsletter from the link above. - 29 Nov 2020 - ( EnglishH 1301 h7d )
Paragraph: The red glint of paint sparkled under the sun. He had dreamed of owning this car since he was ten, and that dream had become a reality less than a year ago. It was his baby and he spent hours caring for it, pampering it, and fondling over it. She knew this all too well, and that's exactly why she had taken a sludge hammer to it. ( EnglishH 1257 t0f )
Paragraph: He was an expert but not in a discipline that anyone could fully appreciate. He knew how to hold the cone just right so that the soft server ice-cream fell into it at the precise angle to form a perfect cone each and every time. It had taken years to perfect and he could now do it without even putting any thought behind it. Nobody seemed to fully understand the beauty of this accomplishment except for the new worker who watched in amazement. ( EnglishH 1254 t0f )
f5oclock News: Jon Ossoff defends claim that GOP senator is a 'crook' - Trump Now Baselessly Suggests FBI Rigged Election Against Him in First Post-Election Interview - Retired Navy admiral behind bin Laden raid: The rest of the world is waiting for Biden - Completed Wisconsin recount confirms Biden’s win over Trump ( EnglishH 1247 j7s )
hNEWS: Early Docker build demonstrates incoming Apple Silicon - Apple Fitness+ instructors promote video workouts before - Apple Watch credited with detecting heart problem in - Cyber Monday deals knock $300 off Apple's MacBook - How to use the Photos Retouch tool in macOS Big Sur - How to edit video in Photos for macOS Big Sur ( EnglishH 1245 b1d )
Common sentences: We will let him try. - Japan is not as large as Canada. - All my friends like the same kind of music that I do. - The dog bit my hand. - Jennifer, would you like to have dinner with me? - I have seen that girl before. - The boy looked into the room. - I caught him stealing the money. - Let's change the subject. - I saw her swim. - I'm thirsty. - I have a cut here. - Tom tried climbing the tall tree. - What's the temperature? - She gave him some food. - I don't mean you. - She bought him a camera that was too big to fit in his shirt pocket. - Not yet. - Tom almost drowned. - - ( EnglishH 1243 z8m )
Common sentences: I'm good at Japanese. - He is French. - I've got a bad case of jet lag. - Open your eyes, please. - He gets a haircut once a month. - She left her umbrella in the train. - Where is the pain? - Let's spend less time arguing and more time working. - 12 dollars. - A ship sank near here yesterday. - The desk is made of wood. - She let the secret out. - He was covered with sweat. - Is there anything you want that you don't have? - Playing basketball is fun. - Bye. - What's the name of the company you work for? - She grabbed him by the hand and pulled him onto the boat. - How much would you like? - - ( EnglishH 1241 z8m )
Common sentences: It is this window that he broke. - I just want someone to talk to. - An old woman was burnt to death. - Do you know if he has a girlfriend? - I'm dying for a cold drink. - His father calls him Tom. - I could have helped you with your work. - You need to hold down the button for about 3 seconds. - He's coming soon. - I don't know if he knows it. - I'm taking tomorrow afternoon off. - I wish Tom were my younger brother. - I usually wake up at six. - Studying how to communicate effectively is time well spent. - Do you know when she will come? - I'm looking for the post office. - He abuses his authority. - What's your favorite kind of art? - What time does school begin? - - ( EnglishH 1238 z8m )
CNN main stories: Pennsylvania Supreme Court dismisses another election case brought by Republicans - Trump's legal defeats pile up while his attacks on Georgia's election system raise GOP concerns - Krebs says Trump firing by tweet was 'not how I wanted to go out' - Worsening pandemic raises stakes for Biden's economic program - Opinion: Trump transition show is jumping the shark - Pressure mounts on Congress to help struggling Americans as Covid-19 surges - Why Oxford's Covid-19 vaccine could do more for the world than other shots - FAA supports first 'mass air shipment' of Covid-19 vaccine - Biden will let health experts decide who will get a Covid-19 vaccine first - Ossoff warns of 'paralysis' if Republicans keep control of Senate ( EnglishH 1236 w0s )
Saturday, November 28, 2020
Business Word/Phrase of the Day: word-phrase-descEvery day we publish a business word or phrase together with audio pronunciation, phonetics, definition and example sentences. This is a great way to improve your workplace vocabulary as well as your pronunciation. To receive 'Business Word/Phrase of the Day' by email, just subscribe to our newsletter from the link above. - 29 Nov 2020 - ( EnglishH 2057 h7d )
Paragraph: Here's the thing. She doesn't have anything to prove, but she is going to anyway. That's just her character. She knows she doesn't have to, but she still will just to show you that she can. Doubt her more and she'll prove she can again. We all already know this and you will too. ( EnglishH 2054 t0f )
Paragraph: It was a concerning development that he couldn't get out of his mind. He'd had many friends throughout his early years and had fond memories of playing with them, but he couldn't understand how it had all stopped. There was some point as he grew up that he played with each of his friends for the very last time, and he had no idea that it would be the last. ( EnglishH 2052 t0f )
Paragraph: The trees, therefore, must be such old and primitive techniques that they thought nothing of them, deeming them so inconsequential that even savages like us would know of them and not be suspicious. At that, they probably didn't have too much time after they detected us orbiting and intending to land. And if that were true, there could be only one place where their civilization was hidden. ( EnglishH 2050 t0f )
f5oclock News: Donald Trump's biographer says he cannot even succeed at being a loser - A Cat Is Said to Be Joining the Bidens in the White House - Pa. Supreme Court dismisses lawsuit attempting to invalidate absentee votes - With a Biden win, Bears Ears and Grand Staircase monuments may soon be restored ( EnglishH 2040 j7s )
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hNEWS: Starbirth in spite of feasting black hole prompts galaxy - Volkswagen and Cupra pitch in on solar electric yacht - World-first housing takes Insta360 VR camera to the - New method quickly detects bee-killing pesticides in - Delta Natural History Museum will flow like a river in - Miops aims to put a creativity toolbox on your camera ( EnglishH 2037 b1d )
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Common sentences: My eyes are tired. - I don't care for the way he talks. - He wouldn't believe us. - There is no need for us to hurry. - I don't want to talk to you. - I'll leave it up to you. - How about stopping the car and taking a rest? - He is about thirty. - Could I have three cinnamon donuts? - Have you been told when to come? - He felt at home. - She doesn't want him to pick the flowers. - No problem. - I think it's time for me to discuss the problem with her. - How do we get to the library from here? - This turkey tastes good. - Have a nice flight! - We want a new carpet. - I talked with her for an hour. - - ( EnglishH 2035 z8m )
Common sentences: I need to know your answer by Friday. - She has the same bag as you have. - I don't think that it will rain tomorrow. - I'm used to getting up early. - This car is easy to handle. - Come in, the door's open. - Heather Johnson. - How does it taste? - I got on the wrong train. - You can rely on him. - He remained silent. - Could you please clear the table? - That's the house where Tom was born. - Are you seriously thinking about going? - Could I borrow a pencil? - Guess. - Ken plays soccer every day. - He's always asking silly questions. - My father is very particular about food. - - ( EnglishH 2033 z8m )
Common sentences: Tom was caught sneaking out of the room. - Where did you go? - There's a good chance that he'll be elected. - She's taller than him. - I'm glad that you can come. - I'm tired. - I'm leaving now. - Tom will be able to swim soon. - I agreed to help him in his work. - How about this one? It's on sale for only 35 dollars. - The meeting was closed. - Have a nice weekend! - They have been busy. - At first, I mistook him for your brother. - Where's the nearest hospital? - She hit me, not him. - 2 nights. What's the room rate? - That'd be really cool. I'd like to be a translator too, but I don't think my English is good enough. - My watch keeps very good time. - - ( EnglishH 2031 z8m )
CNN main stories: Trump's legal defeats pile up while his attacks on Georgia's election system raise GOP concerns - Trump says for first time he'll leave office if Electoral College votes for Biden - Trump says he'll travel to Georgia to support Republican Senate candidates in runoff election - Biden to face test over access to sensitive information as he inherits Trump's secret server - US is 'rounding the corner into a calamity,' expert says, with Covid-19 deaths projected to double soon - Why Oxford's Covid-19 vaccine could do more for the world than other shots - FAA supports first 'mass air shipment' of Covid-19 vaccine - Biden will let health experts decide who will get a Covid-19 vaccine first - CDC Covid-19 vaccine advisers call emergency meeting - McConnell suspends in-person lunches for GOP senators ( EnglishH 2028 w0s )
Paragraph: It was easy to spot her. All you needed to do was look at her socks. They were never a matching pair. One would be green while the other would be blue. One would reach her knee while the other barely touched her ankle. Every other part of her was perfect, but never the socks. They were her micro act of rebellion. ( EnglishH 1722 t0f )
Paragraph: She nervously peered over the edge. She understood in her mind that the view was supposed to be beautiful, but all she felt was fear. There had always been something about heights that disturbed her, and now she could feel the full force of this unease. She reluctantly crept a little closer with the encouragement of her friends as the fear continued to build. She couldn't help but feel that something horrible was about to happen. ( EnglishH 1720 t0f )
Paragraph: Spending time at national parks can be an exciting adventure, but this wasn't the type of excitement she was hoping to experience. As she contemplated the situation she found herself in, she knew she'd gotten herself in a little more than she bargained for. It wasn't often that she found herself in a tree staring down at a pack of wolves that were looking to make her their next meal. ( EnglishH 1718 t0f )
Thursday, November 26, 2020
readSpike(BBC): Covid-19: Tougher post-lockdown rules 'strike a balance', says PM - Covid: Don't hug elderly relatives at Christmas warns Chris Whitty - Cancer: Blood test for 50 types to be trialled by NHS - Oxford/AstraZeneca Covid vaccine 'dose error' explained - October redundancies double last year's rate - Diego Maradona: Footballer laid to rest as Argentina grieves - 'This is War': Poland’s battle for abortion - Brexit: Face-to-face trade talks to resume in London - Kate warns of lockdown loneliness for parents - Controversial 'virginity tests' sold by UK clinics ( EnglishH 1927 a9d )
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Paragraph: The wolves stopped in their tracks, sizing up the mother and her cubs. It had been over a week since their last meal and they were getting desperate. The cubs would make a good meal, but there were high risks taking on the mother Grizzly. A decision had to be made and the wrong choice could signal the end of the pack. ( EnglishH 1912 t0f )
Wednesday, November 25, 2020
Paragraph: Here's the thing. She doesn't have anything to prove, but she is going to anyway. That's just her character. She knows she doesn't have to, but she still will just to show you that she can. Doubt her more and she'll prove she can again. We all already know this and you will too. ( EnglishH 1543 t0f )
Paragraph: This is important to remember. Love isn't like pie. You don't need to divide it among all your friends and loved ones. No matter how much love you give, you can always give more. It doesn't run out, so don't try to hold back giving it as if it may one day run out. Give it freely and as much as you want. ( EnglishH 1541 t0f )
Paragraph: Since they are still preserved in the rocks for us to see, they must have been formed quite recently, that is, geologically speaking. What can explain these striations and their common orientation? Did you ever hear about the Great Ice Age or the Pleistocene Epoch? Less than one million years ago, in fact, some 12,000 years ago, an ice sheet many thousands of feet thick rode over Burke Mountain in a southeastward direction. The many boulders frozen to the underside of the ice sheet tended to scratch the rocks over which they rode. The scratches or striations seen in the park rocks were caused by these attached boulders. The ice sheet also plucked and rounded Burke Mountain into the shape it possesses today. ( EnglishH 1539 t0f )
hNEWS: Parler Wasn't Hacked, but That Doesn't Mean - How to Talk to Someone Who Doesn't Want the COVID-19 - The 10 Best Deals of November 25, 2020 - The Thanksgiving Foods Your Dog Can and Can't Eat - Hey Four Eyes, Ray-Ban and Oakley Prescription Frames - Is copper cookware better? ( EnglishH 1522 b1d )
Common sentences: I'll be right back. - In case of an emergency, get in touch with my agent. - He narrowly escaped from the bus when it caught fire. - She went to the station to see him off. - I must hurry to class. - My father smokes. - I'm trying to remember. - Do you often eat granola? - Do you have any coffee? - Take good care of yourself. - She sat next him with her eyes closed. - I haven't been back here since that unfortunate incident. - I'm not sure. - It took all night to climb Mt Fuji. - He goes to school by bicycle. - Let's leave her alone. - He has trouble remembering names. - You're on the right track. - He's about the same age as you are. - - ( EnglishH 1519 z8m )
Common sentences: I'll play a sonata for you. - Where's the toothpaste? - Do I have to study? - He is still full of energy. - Can you swim underwater? - She visits him quite often, but never stays very long. - I caught a bad cold last week. - She didn't seem interested. - It's October the third. - She complained to him about the noise. - They live near the school. - It was hot yesterday. - Well, I have a calendar in my computer. It helps me remember things like that. What are you up to? - I think his life is in danger. - Thank you for your invitation. - Did you practice the piano this morning? - I do work related to computers. - She studies English. - Make your airplane reservations early since flights fill up quickly around Christmas. - - ( EnglishH 1517 z8m )
Common sentences: I'm walking with her. - There is an urgent need for revisions. - The room is hot. - OK, thanks so much. - They have their own troubles. - Well, I don't know if you heard, I just moved into a new apartment in LA. - You broke the rule. - I don't have any children. - The audience clapped when the concert was over. - She has absolutely no enemies. - This is why I quit the job. - I have to take medicine. - You're in better shape than I am. - He pays no attention to the teacher. - Great, isn't it? - I went to the park with Mary yesterday. - He turned out to be her father. - He was absent from school yesterday. - I had him repair my watch. - - ( EnglishH 1515 z8m )
CNN main stories: Trump announces a full pardon for Michael Flynn - Biden stakes out his anti-Trump presidency - Opinion: Biden team inherits Trump's ocean of troubles - Here's how Trump's transition blockade finally ended - Chinese leader Xi Jinping congratulates Biden on winning election - Biden piles pressure on Boris Johnson at Brexit crunch time - White House has signed off on Joe Biden getting the President's Daily Brief - Diego Maradona dies aged 60 - Diego Armando Maradona: The tormented genius who became one of football's greatest players - The US reported more than 2,100 deaths in a single day. Things are projected to get worse ( EnglishH 1513 w0s )
Quotes: Laughter is the sensation of feeling good all over and showing it principally in one place. - My heart is like a singing bird. - The portrait of my parents is a complicated one, but lovingly drawn. - The ocean moans over dead men's bones. - If you want a guarantee, buy a toaster. ( EnglishH 1500 rdq )
Tuesday, November 24, 2020
Common sentences: There is an apple on the table. - I got it. - He turned the key. - She got married at the age of 25. - Write down your name here. - There are many fish in this lake. - Paul wasn't with Mary when her purse was stolen. - There's a restaurant near here. - Do you feel like going swimming? - The apples are ripe. - She's smarter than him. - Mary is studying in her room. - Where did you get to know her? - What made her do that? - This dog is almost human. - He may be sick in bed. - He has the ability to do the work. - What did you think? - What grade is your sister in? - - ( EnglishH 1628 z8m )
Monday, November 23, 2020
Top news stories: Trump Administration To Begin Biden Transition Protocols - Biden Picks Janet Yellen To Be Treasury Secretary In Historic Appointment - 3 Recipes For Cooking Up A Scaled-Down, Low-Key Thanksgiving Meal - Michigan Certifies Joe Biden's Election Victory - Millions Of Americans Traveling For Thanksgiving, Ignoring CDC Advice - American Airlines Reverses Policy That Imposed Weight Limit On Wheelchairs - A Revamped Strategic National Stockpile Still Can't Match The Pandemic's Latest Surge - CEOs Urge Trump To Concede: 'Not A Moment To Waste' In Fighting COVID-19 - ( EnglishH 1705 r9j )
f5oclock News: Michigan elections board certifies results from presidential election, sealing Biden’s win in state - Trump Supporters in Georgia Threaten to Destroy GOP, Boycott Runoff Elections - Poll: Majority say Trump should concede - Republican Congressman Says GOP 'Embarrassing,' Calls on Party to 'Denounce' Trump's 'Conspiracy Theories' ( EnglishH 1543 j7s )
Common sentences: They talked over a cup of coffee. - Do you speak English? - That is rather unexpected. - She is a teacher. - We have two daughters. - Are you kidding? - Do you know whether she can speak English? - He has no interest in politics. - She got him to drive. - I can't tell you how much I've been looking forward to your visit. - How many different schools have you attended? - I can sing well. - She cried as she read the letter. - He owns this land. - She was advised by him to listen to her doctor. - He seems quite happy. - I like spaghetti. Do you like spaghetti? - I don't get what you mean. - I've never climbed Mt. Fuji. - - ( EnglishH 1528 z8m )
Common sentences: What time do you think he'll come back? - I got a shave and a haircut. - He is very careful. - He will be here in half an hour. - I was eating dinner then. - Stop, or I'll shoot. - No one stops to listen to him. - I didn't say it wasn't OK to eat. - Few people think so. - He is above doing such a thing. - What in the world do you think you're doing? - The book is next to the table. - Do you understand? - The mail has arrived. - A lot of people are interested in camping. - If there's anything I can do for you, please let me know. - He runs a shoe shop. - What will the weather be like tomorrow? - It's for my personal use. - - ( EnglishH 1526 z8m )
CNN main stories: Chris Christie calls Trump's legal team a 'national embarrassment' - Opinion: Judge's devastating question for team Trump - Federal judge dismisses Trump campaign Pennsylvania lawsuit - Trump campaign requests Georgia recount that's unlikely to change his loss in the state - What to know about Monday's Michigan State Board meeting to certify election results - Secretary of state expected to be among the first positions Biden fills with Blinken as leading contender - Biden begins transition plans as Trump refuses to concede - President-elect Joe Biden to announce Cabinet picks Tuesday - GM recalling 7 million vehicles for airbag problems after losing fight with safety regulator - Here's where things stand as vote certification looms in key states ( EnglishH 1518 w0s )
Quotes: Good friends, good books and a sleepy conscience: this is the ideal life. - There are more people who wish to be loved than there are who are willing to love. - All children are artists. The problem is how to remain an artist once he grows up. - A bee is never as busy as it seems; it's just that it can't buzz any slower. - Progress is man's ability to complicate simplicity. ( EnglishH 1151 rdq )
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