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Helen gets confused when she hears that 'things are looking up'. Find out what this phrase means with The English We Speak.
Rosie's mind has gone blank in the studio! Does that mean she's lost her memory? Listen to this programme to find out.
Li and Rosie look at an expression which can be rude or jokey. Be careful how you use it!
Rosie arrives late again and she tells Helen that their boss will throw the book at her. Is he going to hurt her?
Jen made some delicious pies but what does it mean when we say she has 'a finger in every pie'?
Helen and Rosie are doing a salsa class, but Rosie is still finding her feet. What does it mean?
Jennifer managed to do something by the skin of her teeth. What does it mean?
Rob finds himself in a no-win situation although he wins a horse racing bet. What does it mean?
Li joins Rob on a sailing boat. Listen to their excursion and learn some sailing idioms..
Why is Rob dressing like a teenager? Find out in The English We Speak!
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