Learning English Grammar

A stolen guitar

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Jan 6, 2026
Neil shares a humorous account of his electric guitar being stolen during university days. Pippa recounts witnessing a shop break-in, complete with police drama. The conversation shifts to the intricacies of the passive voice, with Georgie explaining how it emphasizes actions over the doer. Listeners also learn how to form passive verbs and practice with a playful crime story. The episode wraps up with valuable resources for mastering grammar while delving into crime-related tales.
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Student House Burglary And Stolen Guitar

  • Phil's student house was burgled and his favourite possession was taken.
  • His electric guitar was stolen by burglars who had broken into his house.
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Childhood Burglary And Missing Jewellery

  • Beth's childhood home was burgled and some of her mum's jewellery was taken.
  • The police never found out who did it.
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Witnessing A Shop Break-In

  • Pippa witnessed a shop being broken into and phoned the police.
  • A man was arrested and a police dog was involved, making the scene dramatic.
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