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[B] Social Life II

LET'S UNLOCK WORDS AND PHRASES 🔐

excessive

[ ik-'ses-iv ]

adjective

- too much

You should not demand such an excessive charge.

RSVP

[ ahr-es-vee-pee ]

verb

- to answer an invitation by saying whether or not you will go to an event

I got a party invitation in the mail, and I called to RSVP.

abstain

[ ab-'steyn ]

verb

- to not do something, especially something enjoyable that you think might be bad

Pilots must abstain from alcohol for 24 hours before flying.

inclined

[ in-'klahynd ]

adjective

- likely or wanting to do something

He writes only when he feels inclined to.

be good company

phrase

- to be pleasant and entertaining to be with

She is exceptionally good company when she is happy.

LET'S UNDERSTAND! 📚

A. on the wagon

  • abstaining from drinking alcohol beverages

TALKING

Dialogue

Icon_Sally

Sally

Hey, I was wondering if you'd like to go grab a few drinks tonight.

Melly_Happy Icon

Melly

Thanks for the invite, but I'm actually on the wagon now. I've decided to give up alcohol.

Icon_Sally

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.

company party

Dialogue

Icon_Anna Happy

Anna

Have you RSVP'd for the year-end party yet?

Melly_Happy Icon

Melly

Not yet, but I'm really looking forward to it. I wouldn't miss a chance to join the festivities.

Icon_Anna Happy

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

TALKING

Dialogue

Icon_Anna Happy

Anna

There's a team party happening tonight. Do you feel up to something fun.

Icon_Cindy

Cindy

I don't know. I'm currently not feeling inclined to participate in any social gathering at the moment.

Icon_Anna Happy

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

TALKING

Dialogue

Icon_Cindy

Cindy

Hey, I was thinking of grabbing lunch together today. What do you say?

Melly_Happy Icon

Melly

I appreciate the offer, but I'm swamped with work right now. Can we take a rain check on that?

Icon_Cindy

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

TALKING

Dialogue

Icon_Sally

Sally

I heard there's a new art exhibition in town. Are you interested in checking it out?

Icon_Anna Happy

Anna

Definitely! Art is right up my alley, and I love exploring different artistic expressions.

Icon_Sally

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
  1. The concert tickets are sold out, but the band will be performing again next month. I'll have to attending this time.

  2. After realizing the negative effects of excessive drinking, she decided to go and hasn't had a drop of alcohol in months.

  3. After a good night's sleep, she woke up refreshed and going for a long run.

  4. The town is celebrating its annual summer festival. Let's and enjoy the live music, food stalls, and fireworks.

  5. 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.

  1. Our friends are hosting a barbecue party tonight. Let's join the festivities and enjoy some great food and company.

    .

  2. The weather is terrible today, so let's take a rain check on our outdoor picnic and plan it for a sunny day instead.

    .