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LET'S UNLOCK WORDS AND PHRASES 🔐
excessive
[ ik-'ses-iv ]
adjective
You should not demand such an excessive charge.
RSVP
[ ahr-es-vee-pee ]
verb
I got a party invitation in the mail, and I called to RSVP.
abstain
[ ab-'steyn ]
verb
Pilots must abstain from alcohol for 24 hours before flying.
inclined
[ in-'klahynd ]
adjective
He writes only when he feels inclined to.
be good company
phrase
She is exceptionally good company when she is happy.
LET'S UNDERSTAND! 📚
A. on the wagon
- abstaining from drinking alcohol beverages
Dialogue
Sally
Melly
Thanks for the invite, but I'm actually on the wagon now. I've decided to give up alcohol.
Sally
Oh, I didn't know. That's totally understandable. How about we catch up over coffee instead?
B. join the festivities
- to come and join the parties, meals, and other social activities with which people celebrate.
Dialogue
Anna
Have you RSVP'd for the year-end party yet?
Melly
Not yet, but I'm really looking forward to it. I wouldn't miss a chance to join the festivities.
Anna
For sure. It's a great opportunity to unwind and celebrate our hard work. Plus, there will be some amazing food and entertainment!
C. feel up to something
- have the energy to do something
Dialogue
Anna
There's a team party happening tonight. Do you feel up to something fun.
Cindy
I don't know. I'm currently not feeling inclined to participate in any social gathering at the moment.
Anna
No worries. We could always just hang out and watch a movie if you prefer.
D. take a rain check on
- used to tell someone that you cannot accept their invitation now, but would like to do so at a later time
Dialogue
Cindy
Hey, I was thinking of grabbing lunch together today. What do you say?
Melly
I appreciate the offer, but I'm swamped with work right now. Can we take a rain check on that?
Cindy
Absolutely, no problem! Just let me know when you have some free time, and we'll reschedule.
E. right up one's alley
- well-suited in one's tastes, interests, or abilities
Dialogue
Sally
I heard there's a new art exhibition in town. Are you interested in checking it out?
Anna
Definitely! Art is right up my alley, and I love exploring different artistic expressions.
Sally
That's awesome! I knew you would be interested.
LET'S PRACTICE! 📝
Part I
Direction: Choose the appropriate idioms to complete each of the sentences.
| on the wagon | right up one's alley | feel up to something |
| take a rain check on | join the festivities | |
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The concert tickets are sold out, but the band will be performing again next month. I'll have to attending this time.
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After realizing the negative effects of excessive drinking, she decided to go and hasn't had a drop of alcohol in months.
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After a good night's sleep, she woke up refreshed and going for a long run.
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The town is celebrating its annual summer festival. Let's and enjoy the live music, food stalls, and fireworks.
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As a nature lover, hiking through the mountains is . He finds peace and joy in exploring the outdoors.
Part II
Direction: Listen as your mentor reads the statements twice. Then, repeat after your mentor.
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Part III
Direction: Paraphrase the following sentences. Make sure to paraphrase the underlined idiomatic expressions.
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Our friends are hosting a barbecue party tonight. Let's join the festivities and enjoy some great food and company.
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The weather is terrible today, so let's take a rain check on our outdoor picnic and plan it for a sunny day instead.
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Hey, I was wondering if you'd like to go grab a few drinks tonight.