American English Expressions

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• Restaurant English - Get Exactly What You Want 14.06.2026 4min

  Send Laurie a message! In this month’s 5‑minute episode, we’re diving into essential Restaurant English — the real expressions Americans use when ordering, dining, and paying the bill. If you’ve ever felt unsure at a restaurant, this episode will give you the confidence to handle any situation. Download the FREE Bonus Material: https://americanenglishexpressions.com/ Support the show! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/laurieaee YouTube: @AmericanEnglishExpressions Instagram: americanenglishexpre...
• Starbucks English - What You'll Hear 10.05.2026 4min

  Send Laurie a message! Download the Bonus Material: https://americanenglishexpressions.com/ Support the show! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/laurieaee YouTube: @AmericanEnglishExpressions Instagram: americanenglishexpressions1 Email: Laurie@AmericanEnglishExpressions.com In this episode, you'll learn five common expressions in less than five minutes:what can I get started for you, anything else, you’re good, I got you, and you’re all set. Every expression is clearly explained with real life ...
• Rules of the Road 12.04.2026 4min

  Send Laurie a message! Download the Bonus Material: https://americanenglishexpressions.com/ Support the show! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/laurieaee YouTube: @AmericanEnglishExpressions Instagram: americanenglishexpressions1 Email: Laurie@AmericanEnglishExpressions.com In this episode, you'll learn five common expressions in less than five minutes: to get pulled over / to pull over, to pull in, to back out, to hit every light, and to run a red light. Every expression is clearly explained w...
• Nouns Masquerading as Verbs (Part 1) 15.03.2026 4min

  Send Laurie a message! Download the Bonus Material: https://americanenglishexpressions.com/ Support the show! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/laurieaee YouTube: @AmericanEnglishExpressions Instagram: americanenglishexpressions1 Email: Laurie@AmericanEnglishExpressions.com In this episode, you'll learn five common expressions in five minutes: to get saddled (with something), to cave, to comb through (something), to snowball, and to waffle (on something). Every expression is clearly explained w...
• A Colorful World (Part 1) 15.02.2026 4min

  Send Laurie a message! Download the Bonus Material: https://americanenglishexpressions.com/ Support the show! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/laurieaee YouTube: @AmericanEnglishExpressions Instagram: americanenglishexpressions1 Email: Laurie@AmericanEnglishExpressions.com In this episode, you'll learn five common expressions in five minutes: out of the blue, a gray area, to see things as black and white, a red flag, and a golden opportunity. Every expression is clearly explained with real lif...
• Winner! (Part 1) 11.01.2026 4min

  Send Laurie a message! BONUS MATERIAL and email subscriber list available here: https://americanenglishexpressions.com/ Support the show! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/laurieaee YouTube (search with this exact handle): @AmericanEnglishExpressions Instagram: americanenglishexpressions1 Email: Laurie@AmericanEnglishExpressions.com In this episode, you'll learn five common expressions in five minutes: you have nothing to lose, to be all in, to call someone's bluff, your best bet, and to luck ...
• Money, Money, Money! (Part 2) 07.12.2025 4min

  Send Laurie a message! BONUS MATERIAL and email subscriber list available here: https://americanenglishexpressions.com/ Support the show! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/laurieaee YouTube (search with this exact handle): @AmericanEnglishExpressions Instagram: americanenglishexpressions1 Email: Laurie@AmericanEnglishExpressions.com In this episode, you'll learn five common expressions in five minutes: to be nickeled and dimed, to cost an arm and a leg, to pay up front, you get what you pay fo...
• Step Right Up (Part 1) 09.11.2025 4min

  Send Laurie a message! BONUS MATERIAL and email subscriber list available here: https://americanenglishexpressions.com/ Support the show! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/laurieaee YouTube (search with this exact handle): @AmericanEnglishExpressions Instagram: americanenglishexpressions1 Email: Laurie@AmericanEnglishExpressions.com In this episode, you'll learn five common expressions in five minutes: to clown around, to jump through hoops, a three-ring circus, a dog and pony show, and a jugg...
• A Cheerful Episode - I Promise! (Expressions Involving Death, Part 2) 12.10.2025 4min

  Send Laurie a message! BONUS MATERIAL and email subscriber list available here: https://americanenglishexpressions.com/ Support the show! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/laurieaee YouTube: @AmericanEnglishExpressions Instagram: americanenglishexpressions1 Email: Laurie@AmericanEnglishExpressions.com In this episode, you'll learn five common expressions in five minutes: the graveyard shift, to be dead tired, to be or get rid of dead weight, to be dying (to do something), and to die down. Ever...
• Shiny Metal Objects (Part 1) 14.09.2025 4min

  Send Laurie a message! BONUS MATERIAL and email subscriber list available here: https://americanenglishexpressions.com/ Support the show! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/laurieaee YouTube: @AmericanEnglishExpressions Instagram: americanenglishexpressions1 Email: Laurie@AmericanEnglishExpressions.com In this episode, you'll learn five common expressions in five minutes: to be on (or off) the hook, it’s like looking for a needle in a haystack, a double-edged sword, to bury the hatchet, and to ...
• Back to School (Expressions Involving Education, Part 1) 10.08.2025 4min

  Send Laurie a message! BONUS MATERIAL and email subscriber list available here: https://americanenglishexpressions.com/ Support the show! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/laurieaee YouTube: @AmericanEnglishExpressions Instagram: americanenglishexpressions1 Email: Laurie@AmericanEnglishExpressions.com In this episode, you'll learn five common expressions in five minutes: to have (something) down to a science, a crash course, it’s not an exact science, to put 2 and 2 together, and to learn some...
• The Great Outdoors (Expressions Involving Nature, Part 1) 13.07.2025 4min

  Send Laurie a message! BONUS MATERIAL and email subscriber list available here: https://americanenglishexpressions.com/ Support the show! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/laurieaee YouTube: @AmericanEnglishExpressions Instagram: americanenglishexpressions1 Email: Laurie@AmericanEnglishExpressions.com In this episode, you'll learn five common expressions in five minutes: to beat around the bush, it’s not set in stone, to nip it in the bud, to turn over a new leaf and to find middle ground. Eve...
• From Here To There (Expressions Involving Transportation, Part 1) 14.06.2025 4min

  Send Laurie a message! BONUS MATERIAL and email subscriber list available here: https://americanenglishexpressions.com/ Support the show! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/laurieaee YouTube: @AmericanEnglishExpressions Instagram: americanenglishexpressions1 Email: Laurie@AmericanEnglishExpressions.com In this episode, you'll learn five common expressions in five minutes: to reinvent the wheel, to throw someone under the bus, to go off the rails, to lose one’s train of thought, and to make inro...
• The Tooth Fairy 11.05.2025 5min

  Send Laurie a message! BONUS MATERIAL and email subscriber list available here: https://americanenglishexpressions.com/ Support the show! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/laurieaee YouTube: @AmericanEnglishExpressions Instagram: americanenglishexpressions1 Email: Laurie@AmericanEnglishExpressions.com In this episode, you'll learn five common expressions in five minutes: I remember it like it was yesterday, to think nothing of it, I can’t put my finger on it, to get down to the bottom of...
• Grandma's Polish Recipes 11.04.2025 4min

  Send Laurie a message! BONUS MATERIAL (including Grandma's recipes!) and email subscriber list available here: https://americanenglishexpressions.com/ Support the show! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/laurieaee YouTube: @AmericanEnglishExpressions Instagram: americanenglishexpressions1 Email: Laurie@AmericanEnglishExpressions.com In this episode, you'll learn five common expressions in under five minutes: make yourself at home, to be ahead of one's time, help yourself, to have a sweet tooth,...
• Spring Cleaning (Expressions Involving Chores, Part 1) 09.03.2025 4min

  Send Laurie a message! BONUS MATERIAL and email subscriber list available here: https://americanenglishexpressions.com/ Support the show! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/laurieaee YouTube: @AmericanEnglishExpressions Instagram: americanenglishexpressions1 Email: Laurie@AmericanEnglishExpressions.com In this episode, you'll learn five common expressions in under five minutes: to iron out the details, to sweep something under the rug, to clear the air, to clean up someone else's mess, and when...
• Love From Laurie (Love and Relationship Expressions, Part 1) 09.02.2025 4min

  Send Laurie a message! BONUS MATERIAL and email subscriber list available here: https://americanenglishexpressions.com/ Support the show! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/laurieaee YouTube: @AmericanEnglishExpressions Instagram: americanenglishexpressions1 Email: Laurie@AmericanEnglishExpressions.com In this episode, you'll learn five common expressions in under five minutes: it was love at first sight, to get along, to be made for each other, to get dumped, and the one who got away. E...
• A New Direction (Expressions Involving Direction, Part 1) 12.01.2025 4min

  Send Laurie a message! BONUS MATERIAL and email subscriber list available here: https://americanenglishexpressions.com/ Support the show! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/laurieaee YouTube: @AmericanEnglishExpressions Instagram: americanenglishexpressions1 Email: Laurie@AmericanEnglishExpressions.com In this episode, you'll learn five common expressions in under five minutes: it's not around the corner, to be at a crossroads, to take one step at a time, we'll cross that bridge when we come to...
• An American Christmas 08.12.2024 4min

  Send Laurie a message! BONUS MATERIAL and email subscriber list available here: https://americanenglishexpressions.com/ Support the show! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/laurieaee YouTube: @AmericanEnglishExpressions Instagram: americanenglishexpressions1 Email: Laurie@AmericanEnglishExpressions.com In this episode, you'll learn five common expressions in under five minutes: to come over, to make something from scratch, to break the ice, to go above and beyond, and thanks for having me! &nbs...
• Count Your Blessings (Expressions Involving Religion, Part 1) 11.11.2024 4min

  Send Laurie a message! Full SEASON 2 BONUS MATERIAL (and email subscriber list) available here: https://americanenglishexpressions.com/ Support the show! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/laurieaee YouTube: @AmericanEnglishExpressions Instagram: americanenglishexpressions1 Email: Laurie@AmericanEnglishExpressions.com In this episode, you'll learn five common expressions in under five minutes: a blessing in disguise, a match made in heaven, a blessing and a curse, preaching to the choir, and th...