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Feel Confident at Work: Small Talk Phrases You Need to Know

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 21:30:15 -0700

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English words that are ridiculously fun to say

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 21:15:11 -0700

Try saying ‘discombobulate’ without smiling. ????
These words are ridiculously satisfying to say out loud.

Master All 4 Present Tenses in 10 Minutes!

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 14:50:12 -0700

Learn all 4 present tenses in just 10 minutes in this essential English grammar lesson. The best way to learn the present simple, present perfect, present continuous and present perfect continuous! *Get the ALL TENSES EBOOK* _here_ ???????? https://ex.ewl.info/pdf266
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0:00 Introduction
0:30 All tenses ebook
1:40 Present Simple
2:59 Present Simple: He, She, It
3:36 Present Simple: Question Form
4:01 Present Continuous
6:41 Present Perfect Simple
9:23 Present Perfect Continuous
11:27 Present Perfect Continuous / Simple
11:45 Quick Recap
12:14 All tenses ebook
12:31 Outro

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Can you SPEAK with me in English? [Conversation Lesson]

Sat, 17 Oct 2026 11:20:15 -0700

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Binomials: word pairs that never swap order

Sat, 17 Oct 2026 11:15:09 -0700

5 word pairs that never swap order in English but might in your first language!

5 better ways to say 'yes' in English

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 00:40:10 -0700

Stop saying ‘yes’ to everything!
Here are 5 far more exciting ways to agree.

Say These 200 DAILY WORDS in a British Accent! (MODERN RP)

Tue, 13 Oct 2026 00:25:11 -0700

Learn how to say these 200 everyday words in my British accent (Modern Received Pronunciation) in this British English pronunciation training lesson. *Get your FREE PDF* _here_ ???????? https://ex.ewl.info/pdf265
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⏱ *TIMESTAMPS:*
0:00 Introduction
0:42 Free Pronunciation Ebook
1:18 - Part 1
2:04 - Part 2
2:54 - Part 3
3:13 - Part 4
3:45 - Part 5
4:36 - Part 6
5:38 - Part 7
7:36 - Part 8
8:29 - Part 9
8:50 - Part 10
9:14 - Part 11
12:31 - Part 12
13:21 - Part 13
13:44 - Part 14
14:35 - 100 DAILY WORDS in a British Accent
32:00 - Outro

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Is it furniture or furnitures?

Sun, 11 Oct 2026 00:15:12 -0700

How many of these uncountable nouns do you get wrong? ????
Are there others that trip you up? Let me know below!

You know the words but you can't SPEAK

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 15:05:09 -0700

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Stop saying funny: 4 words to use instead

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 19:50:10 -0700

Stop saying 'funny' for everything!
Here are 4 alternatives that sound much more expressive.

Speak With Me: Real Life English Conversation

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 19:35:07 -0700

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NEVER Add "-ING" to These 16 Common Words

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 19:30:09 -0700

Today you'll learn 25 common English verbs that never take "-ing". Avoid these grammar mistakes and sound more natural with this lesson on stative verbs, plus the exceptions to the rule! *Get your FREE PDF and exercise pack* _here_ ???????? https://ex.ewl.info/pdf264
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Stop adding -ing to these English words! Learn exactly why certain state verbs should stay simple to sound more natural.

Certain verbs, like 'know', 'think', and 'love', describe states of being, thoughts, or possessions rather than actions. Adding an -ing suffix to these words often creates incorrect sentences. This lesson helps you differentiate between action verbs and stative verbs so you can communicate with confidence.

We will walk through the five key categories where continuous forms are typically avoided. By mastering these English grammar rules, you will stop making common mistakes when using different verb tenses and improve your overall fluency.

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0:00 Introduction
0:58 Free PDF
1:30 Word ‘TO KNOW’
3:25 1. Mental states - thoughts and opinions
5:54 A few examples of ’TO KNOW’ in -ing
7:42 2. Feelings, Attitudes and Emotions
9:17 3. Senses
10:27 4. Possessions
11:16 5. Quality 11:58 Free PDF
12:14 Outro

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THIS is how you talk about money!

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 19:30:09 -0700

Sound properly British the next time you say something costs £5. ????

TOEFL Reading Practice: Complete the Words | Easy → Hard

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 19:20:10 -0700

This TOEFL Reading practice includes 15 free Complete the Words tasks. They are separated by five easy, medium, and hard passages. Use this practice to challenge yourself and improve your TOEFL score. The harder the practice at home, the easier it will feel on test day. All of these questions reflect the latest update to the TOEFL iBT exam.

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16:20 8/15
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5 compound nouns hiding in your home

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 19:15:09 -0700

How many household compound nouns can you guess? ????
Let's see how you do!

How to turn someone down gently

Sun, 27 Sep 2026 19:05:09 -0700

What's the kindest way to say 'not interested'? ????
Here are 5 phrases that do the job gently.

Order PIZZA in English: Daily Life English Lesson

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 18:45:09 -0700

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How to Think in English (Stop Translating in Your Head)

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 18:40:11 -0700

Train your brain to THINK in English - learn to stop translating in your head with this 5 step process. *First create an account here on Langua:* _here_ ???????? https://bit.ly/lucylangua6 (*Ad)
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1:00 1. Narrate Your Day (method)
3:53 2. Feed your brain the right kind of material (with examples)
6:28 3. Learn in chunks (explained)
8:03 4. Discuss what you take in (here is how!)
10:30 5. Make it daily (+ accountability)
11:21 Summary
12:14 Outro

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5 English phrases that always work for good news

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 18:30:16 -0700

Good news deserves a good reaction! ????
Here are 5 phrases you need to have ready at any time.

5 phrases that make your English sound more professional

Sun, 20 Sep 2026 18:15:09 -0700

Ready to sound more advanced when talking about your work? ????
Here are 5 phrases to upgrade your professional English.