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Your English Five a Day #21.2

English Like A Native Podcast

CHAPTER

Dealing with Unwanted Responsibilities

This chapter dives into the meaning and usage of the phrasal verb 'lumbered with', highlighting scenarios where individuals are burdened with unwanted tasks or situations. It also explores vocabulary related to nervousness, excitement, and expressing preferences, leading up to a story about an undesirable assignment before a performance and a desire to interact with a celebrity. Finally, it hints at a forthcoming narrative involving a complaint letter to Taylor Swift's manager regarding her concert performance.

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