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Into the Story: Learn English with True Stories

#64 | Change of Pace (with Megan Nicholls)

Sep 24, 2024
19:44

After her dream job left her exhausted, Megan Nicholls decides to change her pace completely. 

Level: Upper Intermediate  

Accent: United Kingdom (Manchester)

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5 Words & Expressions in Today's Story:

- TO RUSTLE: To make a soft, crackling sound, usually from something moving, like leaves or paper. "The wind rustled the leaves in the trees." 

- PICK UP THE PACE: To go or work faster. "We need to pick up the pace if we want to finish on time."

- TO AIR (SOMETHING) OUT: To let fresh air into something, like a room or clothing. “I aired my shoes out after the hike.”

- TO BE AT EASE: To feel comfortable and relaxed. "He felt at ease after solving the problem.

- TO BE STILTED: Awkward or unnatural, especially in speech or movement. "Their conversation felt stilted, with long pauses." 

Episode Links: 

- Learn more about Megan Nicholls at her website megalanguagecoach.com

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