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Jul 7, 2020 • 3min
Bite the bullet
Learn the meaning of 'to bite the bullet' and hear examples of situations where people have to do something difficult.

Jun 30, 2020 • 2min
Blended working
A mix of home and office working has led to a new English expression.

Jun 23, 2020 • 3min
JOMO
The hosts discuss the concept of 'Jomo' and share their own experiences of enjoying personal time instead of engaging in social activities or being on social media.

Jun 16, 2020 • 3min
Furlough
Learn about furlough, a temporary leave of absence for workers during the coronavirus crisis. Find out how people spend their free time and listen to some lighthearted banter between the hosts.

Jun 9, 2020 • 2min
Spill the tea
Feifei and Roy discuss the expression 'spill the tea' and test Feifei's gossiping tendencies with a made-up story about a colleague's tattoo.

Jun 2, 2020 • 3min
Flexing
Discover the word to describe people who show off as Roy and Feifei discuss 'flexing' and share examples of social media show offs. Get a laugh from their jokes about possessions and house party plans.

May 26, 2020 • 4min
Salty
The speakers discuss being 'salty' and how it means getting upset over insignificant things. They also talk about sweets and offer a practical joke involving superglue on a chair.

May 19, 2020 • 3min
Skeleton crew
An expression for when there aren't many people working.

May 12, 2020 • 4min
Lowkey
A word used to describe something you love doing, but are embarrassed to tell people.

May 5, 2020 • 4min
Live for something
Learn a phrase for things that excite you!


