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  Vol376.英语故事Landman EP 04 08.10.2026 9мин

  获取全部文本资料公众号搜索：yymaster888Whose car is that? Ava, what are you doing? Who is he? Ava, what are you doing with this man?Tom, will you calm down? You're overreacting.Who are you?I'm Jack Sterling. Sir, I just gave her a ride. You don't have to shout at her.Who do you think you are? You don't tell me what to do. Ava, you'd better get inside right now.Tom, be respectful. Stop shouting. Stop acting like a kid. You're making a scene.You'd better have a good explanation for this. Are you coming or not?I need to say goodbye to Mr. Sterling.You embarrassed me. Unbelievable.Jack, I'm so sorry. He took it out of proportion.Who is he?He's my fiance.You didn't mention that.Well, I'm mentioning it now. Thanks for the ride. It was nice meeting you. Take care.Explain yourself, Ava.Explain myself? Watch how you talk to me, Tom.I had been waiting for you all night. You didn't reply to any of my texts. You've never come home this late before. Then you showed up with another man.You don't even know what happened.Enlighten me.He's Andrew Sterling's son. I denied him entry to the event. He could have gotten me fired, but he didn't. Then I tried to call an Uber, but my internet wasn't working. He happened to be passing by and offered me a ride.That was all that happened?Yes.You left the event and came home, right?That's right.You didn't stop anywhere else, did you?Of course not. Why are you talking like this? Why are you insinuating things?I checked your location, Ava. You stopped at a burger place for 45 minutes. You said your internet wasn't working, but it was. Now you've lied about what you did.We stopped to grab a quick bite.Didn't you think to check your phone? See if your internet was working? See if I sent you any texts?I lost track of time. That's all.I see. I don't even know who you are.Do you know what I was doing, Tom?Please tell me.I was trying to make friends. Friends with influence and power. People that can help us.Help us with what?Help us with a better job. Perhaps a business opportunity. You said your job is on the line. Your boss is pressuring you. Maybe Jack can help us. The possibilities are endless. We just need to know the right people. Make strong connections.So, in order to do that, you have to lie to me, right?I didn't tell you because I knew you would overreact. I knew you would blow things out of proportion. We can get rich, too. We can have beautiful things. We can become one of them. I don't want to struggle anymore. Every month we work hard, but there's no money left. This life isn't for me. I was doing this for us.For us? Do you know what? You were doing this for yourself. You want this other life. You know that's true. Your silence tells me everything. The wedding is off. I'm leaving you. I'll pack my things.Jack (Monologue): That was a bit weird. Ava didn't do anything wrong. She didn't even ask for my number. We were just talking. He shouldn't have shouted at her.I'll get the rest of my things later.You don't have to do this, Tom.I think you want me to. It's okay. Get ready to sell the house. We'll pay off the bank loan and we'll split the rest. I'll get 80% of it.Why 80%?I've been paying the mortgage more than you. We're not married. We're not splitting 50/50. I'll get my fair share.You're taking advantage of the situation. I'll only get 20%. I should get half.I won't give you a dime. You'd better not fight it. I'll be in touch.Tom (Monologue): I won't accept this. Who does she think she is? Nobody treats me like this. I'll take what is mine. She can be on her own now.Jack (Monologue): I feel bad for Ava. She didn't deserve all of this. Somehow I feel like this is my fault. Maybe I should have worn a suit and tie. I need to do something about it.Come in. Jack, I'm so happy you're home, and thanks for coming to see us at the party.I'm happy to be here, Dad.I heard what happened. The hostess didn't want to let you in. You kept her job. You're a great man. I'm so proud of you.
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  Vol375.英语故事Landman EP 03 06.10.2026 11мин

  获取全部文本资料公众号搜索：yymaster888Good evening, Miss Garcia.It's late. Who are you?I'm Lewis and this is Marcos. We represent Pioneer Oil Energy. We need to talk about your husband.What happened to him?Can we come in?Where's my husband? What did you do to him?Please, ma'am, let us in. We'll tell you everything.So, tell me a little bit more about Jack Sterling.There isn't much to tell. I'm just a regular guy. I have a normal life.I'm pretty sure your life isn't normal. You're the son of Andrew Sterling, the oil magnate. I'm sure you have a special life. Tell me what you did yesterday.Well, I was in Geneva finishing my MBA. Then I took a flight to come here. I actually landed this afternoon.Geneva, Switzerland.That's right.You see, you don't have a normal regular life. Not many people do an MBA in Geneva. I bet you took a private jet. Am I right?Yes, you are.You aren't wearing a suit and tie. I can see why now.I actually don't like wearing formal clothes. What about you?There isn't much to tell. I just work and pay the bills. Did you bring me any Swiss chocolate?I didn't bring any this time.I was just joking. Let's eat.We're really sorry for your loss.How did this happen?It was an accident. Nobody is to blame.Did he fall? What actually happened?There was an explosion. He probably did something wrong. He probably caused the explosion. But don't worry, Miss Garcia. We're going to compensate you.An explosion? Are you trying to blame my husband?Like I said before, nobody is to blame.I'm sure it was the company's fault. I'm sure the oil Derek was defective. He was a good man. He was a good employee. He never missed a day of work.A good man? You must be joking. Mr. Roberto Garcia, an ex-con. He spent 5 years in jail. He's not a good man in my eyes.He'd paid for his mistakes. He was living a good life.Listen, my colleague Susan is coming tomorrow morning. Just accept whatever she offers you. It's the best decision you can make.You'd better do what he says. It's for your safety.Are you threatening me?Of course not. It's just a recommendation. Once again, we're sorry for your loss.It was such a beautiful night, Andrew.Yes, it was.Davis made an amazing speech. He's been such a good friend. I consider him a brother.I heard one of the hostesses didn't want to let Jack into the event.Oh, really? Why?Because he wasn't wearing a suit and tie. She didn't know who he was. Someone wanted to get her fired, but Jack didn't allow it.Our son knows what's important. He cares about other people. He was raised well.Thanks to you. Thanks to us.I wasn't around much. I was busy building the company. I want to be with him more now.You've always been a great father and a great husband.And you've always been by my side.Honey, how was work?It was okay.Did you get to see Andrew Sterling?Yes, I saw him. Can you believe Ava denied his son entry?No way. Why?He wasn't wearing a suit and tie. But it was an honest mistake. She didn't know who he was. She'd never seen him before. But she should have known him by his name.Did she lose her job?I don't think so. But Ava seemed different tonight. She was a bit strange.What makes you say that?
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  Vol374.英语故事Landman EP 02 04.10.2026 11мин

  获取全部文本资料公众号搜索：yymaster888Davis, what a beautiful speech. You've been part of our family. It's so good to have you here today.Laura, this wouldn't happen without you. We're here today because of you. Andrew is a lucky man.You're right about that.I heard you got a new house.You heard it right. We're moving in tomorrow. Please come visit us. Bring Michelle. I miss her.Of course I will. Get out. Tell me what happened. All right. I'll take care of it. Don't tell anyone.Lewis, thank you for inviting me. It's been amazing. I really appreciate it.Marcos, let's go. We have a problem to solve.What happened?I'll tell you everything on the way.Ava, I can't believe what you did. You refused Jack Sterling entry.But I didn't know who he was.Didn't you read the briefing?Not really.Hopefully, he won't complain about you. You can lose your job today. It was a rookie mistake.Mr. Fernandez, I just want to apologize for what happened. I didn't mean to offend Mr. Sterling.Marcos, let's go.Do you think he'll complain about me?I'm not sure. It could be worse. Jack could complain to his father.Son, why didn't you tell us you were coming?I wasn't sure if I would come. I arrived from Switzerland this afternoon.You should have texted us. I'm glad you came.I'm not staying long. I just came to say hi. I'm not even dressed properly.You can wear anything that you want.So, tell us, how's Switzerland?What was that girl sorry for?She wanted to deny Jack entry.Why?Because he wasn't wearing a suit and tie.Is she crazy or what?She didn't know who he was.I will complain about her. She'll lose her job.Jack asked me not to do anything. He doesn't want her to lose her job. It was just a misunderstanding.Jack is a good kid. He has a big heart.All right, everyone. It was a successful night. You can go home now. Hope to see you again soon. Ava, do you need a ride home? Ava. Ava, what are you thinking?All these people. They are so rich. They have so much money. Wouldn't it be nice to live like them?I don't know.They don't have to worry about anything.I'm sure they have problems, too.
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  Vol373.英语故事Landman EP 01 01.10.2026 9мин

  获取全部文本资料公众号搜索：yymaster888Honey, why did you stop here?Do you like this house?Yes, I do. It's a nice house. Why are you asking me that?It's your house now.What do you mean?I bought it for us.Are you serious?Yes, I am.You didn't tell me anything. I'm so surprised. I wasn't expecting this. How much was it?Let's not talk about that now. Let's go inside, shall we?Sure.Honey, did you get your food?Yes, I did. Are you working today?Yes, I am. I have an event to go this evening. An oil company is throwing a big party.These evening events always finish late. You always come home late. Can't you just accept events during lunch?Honey, we've already talked about that. These evening events pay more. We need the money. We have a mortgage to pay. It's good we can get some extra money.I know. All right, I better get going. I don't want to be late. My boss is pressuring me. He wants the project to finish soon. My job is on the line.Go on then. We can't have you losing your job.Marcos, any problems with those oil derricks?No, boss. They are working like they should. We fixed all the problems.That's great. Andrew doesn't want to stop production. Oil prices are going up. We have to take advantage of this.I'll make sure it doesn't stop.There's a party tonight. I'd like you to come as my guest. Just buy a new suit, okay?Thanks. I'll do that.The world depends on us. If we stop production, everything else stops. If oil were to disappear today, the world as we know it would be gone. No food, no water, no clothing, no technology. All gone.I know.Meanwhile, we profit from it. It's a win-win.You're right, Lewis.Let's go back. So, what do you think?Well, it's beautiful. How much did it cost?40 million.Andrew, can we afford that?You know we can't.I've always dreamed of living in a house like this. It's just beautiful. I know you've taken big risks in your business. I know you've invested a lot. I'm really proud of you, honey. I just wanted you to know that.I know, Laura. You've always been by my side. You've always supported me. Let's check the master bedroom.Wow, look at this view. It's incredible. It's so peaceful here.The house is fully furnished. We can move in tomorrow.All right. Let's do it. Do you finish work early today?Yes. Then we can go to the party.Perfect.Chris, can you finish this section by Friday?I think I can.Great. We're 2 weeks behind schedule. The boss is not happy about it.I know that. He needs to know it wasn't our fault. The material delivery was delayed, and we also had a thunderstorm.I know, but he doesn't care. This is a big client for the company. He doesn't want any delays. The stakes are high. We have to deliver.We'll see what we can do. Now, how's Ava?
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  Vol372.日常英语学习Trying New York City’s Most Viral Food Spots 29.09.2026 27мин

  获取全部文本资料公众号搜索：yymaster888The best tacos. It’s called Los Tacos Numero Uno. It’s like sushi on a bagel. The Mr. Beast triple patty burger.Hello, everybody. Welcome back to my YouTube channel. My name is Adriana La Gringa, and today I am still in New York City. This video is going to be about me trying different food in New York City.Yes, we are going to go to the most popular and viral places here in New York. I will be rating these restaurants from one to five hearts, with five hearts being, “Oh my gosh, I’m coming back, and I’m going to order everything on the menu.” But one heart means I’m probably not going to come back, and the food is kind of nasty.Our first stop is this deli behind me. It’s called Katz’s Deli, and they’re famous for their pastrami Reuben sandwich. I heard it’s the best sandwich in New York City. This place is always full and packed, and normally there’s a line. But today there is zero line because it just rained. So, let’s go inside and order some pastrami sandwiches.Hi.Did you get your order paper?Thank you.What happens if I lose the ticket?Don’t lose the ticket.Wow.He just gave me a ticket, and if I lose the ticket, it’s $50 plus my meal. Wow, look how packed it is inside.Okay, now I’m about to order. I need my ticket to order, and let’s see the process of how to order a pastrami Reuben sandwich.I’m here with my best friend Elizabeth. She’s going to be in the vlog, and we are in line right now because they have different cutters. They cut the meat right in front of you. What are you going to order?I’m thinking about, uh, probably the corned beef sandwich.The corned beef sandwich?And a beer.Do you do the pastrami sandwich? Do you guys have white bread?We got rye bread in the back.Just do rye bread. It’s fine.Oh.Just rode the subway.Wow.This is so good.We just got our food, and I ordered a pastrami brisket sandwich. Then they have pickles on the side. Look at the size of this sandwich. This sandwich cost $31.Would you guys pay $31 for a sandwich? Let me know down below. Now it’s time to taste-test our brisket sandwich. Let’s try it.Now I know why they call it the best sandwich in New York City, because it is the best sandwich in New York City. I’m going to give this five hearts. I like that it comes with a lot of meat.Mhm. They’re not shy.Mhm. Elizabeth, what do you think about your sandwich? What did you order?I ordered the corned beef.Would you rate it one or five hearts? Five being the best.Three and a half.Three and a half.And you, what would you rate it?Two.Two? Really? So you wouldn’t come back here?Too expensive.Oh, okay. I do think it is a bit expensive: $30 for a sandwich. $30 for this and a side of free pickles.I can get the whole damn thing for $30. It’s good, though.But a little pricey.Okay.Now it’s time to pay for our food.Hi.How are you?Good, how are you?Card. I just paid for my food, and now I can leave.
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  Vol371.日常英语学习From Airport Chaos to Dream Superpowers 27.09.2026 31мин

  获取全部文本资料公众号搜索：yymaster888Conversation 1: Flight CancellationI can't believe it. This is the worst airline in the world. How can this happen to me?Good morning, sir. Can you tell me the time, please? I'm a little lost here.What? Who are you? Don't bother me. I'm in a hurry. Bye.Hey, relax. What's wrong with you? It's a beautiful day today. Calm down.A beautiful day? It's a horrible day. I think it's the worst day of my life.But why? What happened? Why do you say it's a bad day today?Do you really want to know? Well, to start, this is one of—no, this is the worst airline company.But what happened? Don't tell me your flight was delayed.Oh god. Not only that, my flight was cancelled and now I have to wait 5 hours.Oh, I see. Well, that usually happens in these times. I mean, the season.And it's not about the season. They told me the pilot had a stomach problem and he can't fly.Seriously? Wow. It's the first time I hear something like that. I can't believe it.Yeah. And I have a very important meeting today. We will meet an important investor for the company.So, you're a businessman. Then you must be very angry. I totally get you.I was going to get $1 million for my company. Damn it.$1 million? Wow, that's a lot of money. But what did the airline tell you? I suppose they gave you a solution for your problem. They have to do it.No, they told me I had to wait for 5 hours. Now I have to go to the boarding room. I suppose I will have to sleep on those uncomfortable chairs. I hate it.What? So, the airline staff hasn't given you any solution so far? I don't believe it.Yeah. Well, that's what they told me. Now, you see why I'm so angry.Yeah, I see. But, uh, tell me something. You don't usually travel by plane, do you?No, I don't need to do it. I have my staff. They usually go to these types of meetings for me. But this is the most important meeting for me. It's a great opportunity to grow my company.Yeah, now I get it. If you let me tell you something, I can give you some advice.Some advice? Why, do you usually travel by plane? I don't think so.Yes, I always travel by plane. And let me tell you something, you deserve more. The airline should have given you a better solution to your problem. That's true. Last year, I had the same problem as you. My flight was cancelled at the last minute. I had my flight tickets ready. I had my boarding pass. I had passed the boarding check. And in the last minute, they told me my flight had been cancelled due to bad weather. I was worried because I had to be in my country that day. It was my mother's birthday. Well, they told me I had to wait for about 14 to 17 hours. That was crazy. I didn't want to be here on these uncomfortable seats. They're really uncomfortable, believe me. So, I asked them to bring the supervisor over to talk to them. I was angry with them, really angry.I talked to him. He apologized, of course, but he told me that it did not depend on the airline. He continued explaining to me, but I wasn't happy at all. I told him I didn't live here, that it wasn't my country, and that I didn't have money to go to a hotel or any other place. I refused to sleep here. That's nonsense. So, I asked him for a solution. After talking to him for many minutes, he said he was going to check something. I waited for 20 minutes and then he came back and gave me a solution. He offered me to stay in a five-star hotel. All included: breakfast, lunch, dinner, in one of the most expensive rooms. It was a deluxe room. I was impressed.Of course, I took his offer, my friend. That was one of the most amazing experiences I could have. I mean, I'm not a rich person. I don't have money to pay for those expensive hotels. In fact, I had never been into a luxury hotel before that day. The food was amazing. The room was very big. The service was fantastic, and all free. So I stayed there for the hours he had told me, and then I took my flight 16 hours later. They were the best 16 hours of my life. And then they also gave me a seat in first class, all included. I was very happy. And now you have the same problem. I think you should try to get something from it.Wow, that's very interesting. Maybe you're right. I should do that.Of course. And you are a businessman. You're losing money here. They should offer you a good solution to your problem because you can't sleep here.I like that idea. I didn't know that. How do you know so much about flights?Well, I'm not a businessman, but I'm a backpacker. I love traveling. That's how I know a lot of things about traveling. I can give you more tips if you want.That would be great. My name is Max. It's a pleasure to meet you.Marco. My name is Marco. It's nice to meet you, Max. So, do you want more tips about traveling? Because you'll be traveling more often, right?Yeah, that's true. But better, why don't you work for me? You will be my travel advisor. I can pay you very well and you could travel with me to different places, all included.Oh, that's an interesting offer. Why don't we go for a coffee and we talk about that?Of course. And there you could tell me more tips to travel to different places.
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  Vol370.日常英语学习Shopping Mall Vocabulary 24.09.2026 18мин

  获取全部文本资料公众号搜索：yymaster888Hey guys! It's Ariannita la Gringa and welcome back to my YouTube channel! Today I'm gonna take you guys with me to go shopping, and we are going to go shopping at the biggest mall in my city of Cincinnati, Ohio called Kenwood Towne Centre. This mall is an indoor shopping mall, and that means that all of the stores are inside, so come along with me and let's go and learn some shopping vocabulary at the mall.I just entered through the main entrance of the mall. This mall has four entrances, but this is the main entrance. Also, it feels so nice and refreshing to be inside the mall because this mall has A/C and lots of cool air to cool me down, because right now we are in the middle of the summer and it's scorching hot. It feels so nice to be inside.When you walk inside the main entrance, to my left, the first thing that you see is a restaurant called The Cheesecake Factory, and they're famous for their cheesecake. Here at the mall, they have a ton of different restaurants, but they also have a food court which I'll show you guys later. But let's continue on with the video.When you enter the mall, you can walk up these stairs right behind me or you can choose to walk up this huge ramp. And why do they have a ramp and a set of stairs? Well, they have a ramp so people who have a disability or people who use a wheelchair or a cane can go down this ramp instead of walking up the stairs.When you go to the mall, you may know exactly what you want to buy and what store you want to go to. Well, behind me is a directory, and it has a huge map of all the stores that they have inside this mall, so it makes it a lot easier for you to go shopping. This directory shows you all of the different sections of things you want to buy. If you want to buy something specific, like clothing for men, you would look at the apparel for men. Or if you want to look at a store that has clothing for both men and women, you will look at the section that has apparel for men and women. So they have different sections like electronics, eyewear, jewelry, and accessories that you can see in this directory.The main entrance leads me to the upper level. Right now, I'm on the upper level, and this mall has two levels: the upper level and the lower level. There are three different ways to go downstairs. The first one is using the stairs (going down the stairs), and the second one I'll show you, but first you guys have to name it. So come along with me! I'm going to use this to go downstairs to the lower level, but first I'll give you three seconds to tell me what it's called... This is called an escalator. Escalator. And I'm going to take you guys with me to go down.I just went down the escalator. Now I'm on the lower level of the shopping mall, and behind me is the food court. As you can see, there is a sign that says we are at the food court. So let's see what kind of restaurants and fast food chains that they have here. In this food court, they have fast food chains and local franchises at the mall. So I'm gonna take a look to see what type of different fast food chains that they have. Also, they don't have restaurants here. Normally the restaurants are by the exit of the mall, like The Cheesecake Factory was by the main entrance of the mall.So let's take a look at the food that they have. Right here is Sbarro. It's a fast food chain and they sell Italian food like pizza. Here I'm at Sbarro and they sell pizza. I wanted to ask you guys... How much does one slice of pizza cost you guys in your country? Here in America, it costs $4.99 for one slice of pizza. Do you guys think that is cheap, or do you guys think that is expensive? If you wanted to make it a combo with an extra side and a drink, that would be $8.99. Let me know if you guys think that's expensive.Let's keep on moving on and see what other franchises they have at this food court. This is a local franchise called Gold Star Chili, and they sell a hot dog with chili and cheese on top. If you guys saw my baseball video, you guys would know exactly what I'm talking about, and that is called a coney. Of course, you can't miss out on ordering Chinese food at the mall. I think almost every mall sells Chinese food. But let's keep moving on and see what else they have.How do you call this franchise behind me? This is called Popeyes, and they sell a lot of chicken, and their main competitor is KFC (Kentucky Fried Chicken). And behind me are two of the most popular franchises in the U.S. They are called Chick-fil-A and Chipotle. As you can see, they're pretty popular because people are waiting in line—long lines at the mall. Compared to the other fast food chains, these are more popular because there is a line.Walking away from the food court, now I'm going to show you two different places where you can do your shopping. The first place is right behind me. This is called a store. This store sells hats. And another place where you can go shopping is this thing right here. What is it called? This is called a kiosk, and this kiosk sells things for your phone like phone cases and chargers, and it's a lot smaller compared to a store.Now that we've been to the upper level, the lower level, the food court, and you guys know the difference between a store and a kiosk, let's keep on moving on and see what this mall has to offer for their shoppers. Right behind me is one of my favorite stores at this shopping mall and it's called Akira. Also, they sell clothes just for women and these clothes are trendy, which means these clothes are in style. And behind me are clothes that are pink because right now the Barbie movie is trendy. Also, how do you call this person that is wearing clothes? That is called a mannequin. Mannequin. And why do stores have mannequins by their window? Well, stores like clothing stores have mannequins so when people walk around through the mall, they can look at the mannequins and see, "Wow, what nice clothes they have," and maybe they can even enter the store and buy the things they're looking at.Now I'm here with Tonya and Malaysia, and I'm gonna ask them: What are their favorite stores at this mall?— "I would say Foot Locker because I like shoes, or I like to go to Chipotle."— "'Cuz' is an informal way of saying 'because,' so the correct way to say this is: 'I would say Foot Locker because I like shoes, or I like to go to Chipotle.'"— "I say Hollister. Foot Locker, they be havin' alotta good stuff."— "'I say' is incorrect grammar. The correct phrase is 'I would say.' 'Hollisters' is not the official name of the store; it's called 'Hollister.' 'They be havin'' is informal English. 'Alotta' is an informal contraction of 'a lot of.' The correct way to say everything is: 'I would say Hollister. Foot Locker has a lot of good stuff.'"And what do you like to do at the mall? What do you normally do here?— "We like, we chill. We be hanging out with our friends and just buying stuff. Just livin' life."— "Walking around, getting food, buying stuff, shopping, basically just hanging out."Awesome! Thank you guys!Now I'm at a shoe store, so I'm going to see what they have. This is a sandal, and Birkenstocks are one of the most popular sandals right now because they are very comfortable for your feet. This shoe store also has shoes like Converse. These are Converse. They also have Crocs with holes in them.This is a video game store. Come along with me and let's see what are the most popular video games that they have... These video games are for the newest PS5. So let's see how much each game costs. This game costs $29.99. This video game costs $89. Would you guys pay $89 for a video game? Let me know down below.
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  Vol369.日常英语学习Speak Real English 22.09.2026 16мин

  获取全部文本资料公众号搜索：yymaster888Your English is advanced, but you still don't sound like a native speaker. What's missing? One easy way to recognize a native speaker is by how many idioms and expressions they're using.For example, a non-native speaker might say, "Let's start the project." But a native speaker might say, "Let's get the ball rolling." Or a non-native speaker might say he knows all the details about that job. But a native speaker might say he knows all the ins and outs of the job. And "ins and outs" is an example of an idiom that native speakers use all the time.In this video, I will give you a fill-in-the-blank quiz to test your knowledge of some common idioms. Many of these idioms are used in a professional setting, but you will also hear them in everyday conversations. Do you know them? And do you use them? The more of these idioms you know and use, the closer you are to having native fluency. And don't worry if you don't know all of them, if you're not quite there yet. I will explain what each idiom means and I will give you sample sentences so that you can start using them. And then you will hear some native speakers use them as well.Keep track of your score and let me know at the end how many of them you got right. Okay, let's get started.1. Cut to the chaseLet's look at the first idiom. Which idiom means to get to the point without wasting time? To talk about an important part of the subject and not waste time with things that are not so important.The idiom is: to cut to the what? What's the word?To cut to the chase.This idiom has an interesting origin. It comes from the early days of Hollywood movies. In some movies, there are a lot of dialogues and maybe they're often boring to the audiences. The most exciting part of the movie is the chase scene, like a car chase or two people chasing each other. And the director would tell the film editors to literally "cut to the chase"—to delete the boring parts of the movie and to jump straight to the chase scene to keep the audience interested and excited. He told them to cut to the chase.We can say:"Let's cut to the chase and discuss the main issue.""Just cut to the chase and tell me what happened. I don't want to hear all the little details, just cut to the chase.""I didn't want to hear the long story, so I asked him to cut to the chase."Examples:"I'm going to cut to the chase and show you exactly what you need.""So, let's cut to the chase and get straight to it.""So, unfortunately, to cut to the chase, we haven't seen the dark matter yet."2. Go the extra mileLet's look at the next idiom. Which idiom means to do more than what is expected in order to help someone? To put in more time or more effort than is required.The idiom is: to go the extra what? Do you know the answer?The extra mile. To go the extra mile.For example, we can say:"She always goes the extra mile to ensure client satisfaction.""She got a promotion because she constantly goes the extra mile on every project."Examples:"You know, one who has passion, one who's dependable, uh, one who's willing to work hard and go the extra mile, have higher perseverance, and to go the extra mile to help the company succeed.""I do think they actually go the extra mile to assist us."3. Corner the marketDo you know this idiom? It means to dominate a particular market.To blank the market. What do we say? What is the verb?To corner. To corner the market.You can say:"They've cornered the market on electric car batteries.""She's trying to corner the market on handmade jewelry in her city."
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  Vol368.日常英语学习Street Talk & Riddles 20.09.2026 30мин

  获取全部文本资料公众号搜索：yymaster888Part 1: Candidate Interview (Tangerine TV)Hello city. I hope you're having a wonderful day. This is Tangerine TV. Today we have an important guest. We have the candidate for president, Mr. Robinson. Good morning, Mr. Robinson. Thank you for accepting our invitation.Good morning, Frank. No, thank you for inviting me to your program. I'm happy to be here.Good to know. So, tell us, since when did you start taking an interest in politics?Well, I am into politics since my father used to talk about it when we had dinner. I know some people say we shouldn't talk about politics while having dinner, but my father said something different. He said we should talk about it in order to understand it better.That's interesting. And tell me, what is so special about your election campaign?There's something great about this election campaign and it's that people connect with us. We are going to the poorest places in this country and we connect with those poor people. I think that's the only way we can know the problems they have so we can solve it.All right. You say you like connecting with poor people. You know many candidates say that. And even more so when they are in political campaign period. That's why I need to ask you something. I'm sure you have participated in social work. Can you list out for us the amount of social work that you have already done?Well, when I was a teenager, I was involved in many projects about social work in my community.But how can that be possible? You grew up in a very wealthy neighborhood. Your family has always been rich. And your parents have a lot of money in the bank.Maybe I confused. Not in my community, but I traveled to different places around the country. Poor places where I had the chance to help people. You know there are a lot of these places here.Mm, all right. Now let's talk about what is more important. Election promises. Tell us, what plans do you have for fulfilling election promises?With our team, we have created a perfect plan to fulfill our election promises. Don't worry. We will work on all aspects of the problems of this country. That's for sure. Remember, we have chosen our team members very carefully. We have the best team.It's good you mentioned it because one of the members of your team is in trouble now. He's been accused of corruption for accepting money from bad behavior.Well, I don't like talking about that topic. He's innocent until proven guilty.That's true, but there is a lot of evidence which indicate he's guilty. It's a matter of time.I don't know, Frank. You should ask him. We can't be supervising all our members.But he's part of this perfect team you mentioned before. That's why I'm asking.As I told you, I don't like talking about these things because they're still in process.All right, then. Why have you chosen politics as your field of work? I mean, your family has a lot of money and you studied architecture in London. Why did you decide to be a politician in this country? You could be working in a great company.Oh, it's all about helping people, Frank. I just want to change this country's situation. And I really think we can make it if we work together. That's what I think.All right. Why do you think you could win over your opponent? The other candidates have more experience than you at politics. Plus, you're very young.And that's why I ask people to vote for me. We need young people for this job. We have voted for all these old politicians. And it has never worked. That's the truth. We need new ideas to fight crime and to improve the economy of this amazing country. I have traveled around the world. I know a lot of countries. And I have great ideas. They will work.I know there are some possible solutions for our problems. But do you really think they will work here? Because we need more than just a plan to solve our problems. Real life is a little different, you know?I think you're being pessimistic about it. We need to focus on the solutions.I'm not pessimistic. I'm just being realistic. That's all. Many people have tried to change the situation of this country and they couldn't. We just don't want another candidate trying to experiment some solutions here, you know? You need to know the reality of this country first. And I am not the one who says it. We did a survey and most people said that you are too young and lack experience to be president. You have always lived a very good life, a life full of comforts and luxuries. Why do you think you could understand the regular people's situation?I know there are some people who don't trust me, but I just ask them to give me an opportunity. I am sure we can change this situation if we work together. We all want the same thing. We're tired of lying candidates who only seek power and money. We are sick of that.That's true. We are sick of those candidates who just want money and power. But your father has many complaints for money laundering and corruption. And your mother is also involved in that. What can you tell us about it?My father is my father. I am totally different person. That's all I can tell you.And what can you tell me about a complaint you have against you for a case of abuse towards your girlfriend?I don't like talking about it. Trust me, vote for me, please. I will change this country.You heard it, guys. Would you vote for him? Would you like us to interview more candidates? Please, let us know in the comments. Thank you very much, and that's all for today.Part 2: Street Interviews – Best Life Advice (Tangerine Academy)Hello, everyone. I hope you're fine. Today we have a very interesting program. We'll be asking people in the street some interesting questions.Hello, can I ask you a question?Interviewee 1: Hello, I was waiting for you to ask me that (laughter), since I am a fan of your program.Oh, that's great. Well, the question is: What is the best advice that someone has given you in your life?Interviewee 1: The best advice someone has given me. Well, I think it was my grandfather's tips. He told me, "Be yourself." One of the best tips I've received is to always be myself. This advice encourages authenticity and self-acceptance. Being true to myself means embracing my unique qualities and not trying to conform the others expectations. It has given me the confidence to express my thoughts, feelings, and ideas honestly. By being myself, I attract genuine relationships and opportunities that align with who I am. This tip has taught me that self-acceptance is key to happiness and fulfillment. It reminds me that I am enough just as I am and that being authentic leads to a more meaningful life.Oh, he also told me, "Learn to say no." It has had a significant impact on my life. This advice has taught me the importance of setting boundaries and prioritizing my own well-being. Saying no when I am overwhelmed or when something does not align with my goals allows me to focus on what truly matters and has helped me to avoid burnout and manage my time more effectively. This tip reminds me that it is okay to decline requests and that doing so is a sign of self-respect and self-awareness. By saying no, I can maintain a healthier balance and devote energy to things that are truly important to me. I think those two tips were the best I have received. I don't know if you agree.Well, we'll see. They will let us know in the comments. Thank you very much for your time.Hello, sir. Good morning. Can I ask you a question, please? We're Tangerine Academy.Interviewee 2: Hello. Of course, you can. I always watch your videos. Tell me.Thank you. What is the best advice that someone has given you in your life?Interviewee 2: Manage your time wisely. This advice has helped me to prioritize tasks and make the most of my day. Effective time management involves setting priorities, planning ahead, and avoiding procrastination. By managing my time well, I can balance work, personal life, and leisure activities. It also reduces stress and increases productivity. This tip has taught me the importance of being organized and disciplined with my schedule. It reminds me that time is a precious resource and using it wisely helps me achieve my goals and maintain a healthy work-life balance. Thanks to that, I could earn a lot of money. And now, I am very rich. (laughter)Once I became rich, I made a lot of mistakes. And another person gave me another tip: Invest in experiences, not things. That is one of the best tips I have received. Invest in experiences, rather than material possessions. Very important. This advice has shifted my perspective on what brings true happiness and fulfillment. Experiences such as travel, learning new skills, or spending time with loved ones create lasting memories and enrich my life. They contribute to personal growth and provide a deeper sense of satisfaction than material goods. This tip has encouraged me to prioritize experiences that bring joy and create meaningful connections. I understood that. It reminds me that the value of life is in the moments we share and the memories we make. I think that is great advice.Thank you very much for your time and have a nice day, sir.Hello, sir. Can I ask you some questions, please? For Tangerine Academy.Interviewee 3: Hello. Tangerine Academy? That's awesome, dude. Sure. Go ahead.Thank you so much. What is the best advice that someone has given you in your life?
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  Vol367.日常英语学习Master the Silent T Rule 17.09.2026 10мин

  获取全部文本资料公众号搜索：yymaster888How do you pronounce this year? What do you do with the T sounds? Do you say 2026, or do you say 2026? How do you say it?And how do you pronounce this word? Do you say often, or do you say often?Listen to this pronunciation: 20, 2020. Did you notice what happened to the T? In everyday American English, that T is not pronounced. In this video, we will talk about when native speakers of American English skip the T.Let's start with one question that my students ask me all the time: Should I pronounce the T in "often"?Most of the time, this T is silent. The majority of people say "often," but occasionally you will hear people saying "often." Let's listen to some native speakers pronouncing it:"I often say this in our company. It's often best not to get into debates because...""...does their often cluster together. The results have often contradicted what I expected."Here are a few more common words where the T is silent, and these words are similar to "often":Soften: People generally don't say "soften." And then we have "softener" or "softening.""I bought some fabric softener.""Now all I can think about is fabric softener.""Fabric softener was a raspberry tart."Fasten: "Please fasten your seat belts.""Make sure that your seat belts are securely fastened." (You will generally not hear "fastened.")"So it can be securely fastened and we're fastened to each other.""But you need to wear them and keep them fastened."And by the way, if you would like personalized feedback on your accent, join our new community Accurate English Pro. I teach live sessions regularly, and you can ask questions in those live sessions. Plus, you will get feedback on your recorded speech during the week. And you will learn all the rules that you need to know for a good, clear, standard American accent at a much lower price than one-on-one training. The program is called Transform Your Accent in 90 Days. Plus, it's a whole course, so you learn all the rules that you need to know for a standard American accent. I look forward to possibly meeting you in those live sessions. You'll find more information if you click on the link in the bio.And you probably know about:Listen (the T is silent)CastleWhistle (we don't pronounce the T)Let's look at another common pattern of the disappearing T in some very common English words: 20, center, internet, winter.When a T is after an N and before a vowel sound, it's frequently silent, and that's why native speakers of American English say "20", "25", "2020". You will sometimes hear people say "20" in careful pronunciation. When they want to be extra clear, they might say "$20," but in common everyday conversational pronunciation, people say "20." Let's listen to some native speakers:"From June of 2010 to March of 2012, and then again from August of 2013 to July of 2014...""21st century...""...you might only have 20 or 30 years left.""20 hours."So, let's say this year. Repeat after me:20262026Let's listen to some native speakers of American English saying it, and then you will hear some native speakers of British English. Listen for the difference:"So, then here we are in 2026...""...scheduled to launch in 2026 and reach Titan in 2034.""A little less than 50% per year from 2024 to 2026.""And now it's going to be the end of 2026.""And in fact, what we're going to see in 2026 is a hybrid car."Repeat after me:I paid $20.I graduated in 2020.Let's look at this word. Let's listen to how native speakers pronounce it:"You're just getting center to center of the hole.""Which was actually the music center.""But the center of the design strength that..."Most people say "center." But sometimes in more formal speech, you will hear people saying "center." Also, when people want to stress the word, they might say "center." And when "center" is part of an expression or part of a group of words, the T is more likely to be dropped. For example: the city center, the World Trade Center.Let's listen to some native speakers:"11 employees who worked in the World Trade Center.""According to the Center for Disease Control...""...but that's less than 0.2% of the way to the center of the earth.""The Fetch Plus 2 has a lower center of gravity."Repeat after me:
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  Vol366.日常英语学习Hello New York 15.09.2026 19мин

  获取全部文本资料公众号搜索：yymaster888Hi everybody. It's Ariana Grande.Can you guys guess where I am? I am in New York City. Yes, in the middle of Times Square. It's my first 24 hours and I'm going to show you guys all around the city and what I do within the first 24 hours.I'm in the middle of Times Square and there are so many people, but it's not too packed. I came here around 2 years ago and it was even more full. I really couldn't move around, walk around, take pictures or videos like this. So, it's 9:00 a.m. right now. I think that's probably why it's not too packed, but I'm sure late in the evening when it's dark out, when everyone can see the big screens a little bit better, I think that's when it really gets packed and crowded.I'm in Times Square, but I'm kind of hungry, so let's go on a walk and go to our first stop. Let's get some breakfast.My first stop in New York is to Apollo Bagels. I've seen it all over the internet and I want to try their bagel, the salmon one. Yes, a bagel with salmon. I don't know how good that'll be, but let's go ahead and check it out. It's right behind me and knowing New York, I bet it's going to have a really long line.Guys, look how long the line is. I swear. I hope it goes pretty fast. I'm super hungry.— Can I get one smoked salmon bagel, please? Do you guys have the cheese bagel?— No, we have plain, everything and sesame.— What do you recommend? Everything then.— Do you want anything to drink?— No, that's it.— What's your name?— Ariana.— $16.30.— Thank you.— Do you want your receipt on this?— No, thank you.Guys, I just paid $16 for a bagel. Is it worth it? We'll see.— Smoked salmon, thank you.— No, thank you.Guys, I just picked up my order after 15 minutes of waiting, and now we have to go find a table. Okay. Look at this $15 bagel, guys. That's so good. But that's going to be for another video because next week I will be talking about and describing different food in New York City.I just ate a bagel. It was delicious, but now I have to go to a different place. And to get there, I'm not going to walk. I don't have a car with me. Well, I'm going to go on the subway. Did you know that real New Yorkers, they call it the train? They don't say the subway. They just say, "I'm going to hop on the train." But for me, I'm a tourist, so I don't know better. I'll just call it the subway. So, we have to go downstairs, hop on the subway to go to SoHo because it's around 30 minutes to walk there. I'm not going to do that today, so let's go hop on the train. And the best thing is they have AC and cool air, so let's go down.Now we're going on the ground subway. It's below the ground. Yes. Let's go check it out. Now I'm going to pay to get a card for entering the train. You have to pay for everything here in New York. So, let's touch screen. Okay, so this screen says, "How can we help you today?" And it only has the option to reload the OMNY card. Unfortunately, I don't have a card. I'm just using my phone right now. I use Apple Pay, and I think that's just the easiest way to do it.Right now I'm on the subway. There's not too many people here. Thanks. As you can see, it's kind of empty. What I kind of notice is that a lot of people here don't have cars. You live in a big city. Parking is super expensive. And their car, or mode of transport, is taking the train. Every time you get on the train, you have to pay $3 per ride. I already spent $6 today and I'm probably going to spend around $12–$15 per day up here in New York City. Last year they had an unlimited 7-day pass. It was around $30 and you could go as many times as you wanted to. But now I have to pay $3 per ride, so it's a win-lose situation.Now we are exiting the station, heading up the stairs. Fresh daylight, love it. We are now in SoHo. It's probably one of the most popular areas in New York because it's known for their shopping, food scenes, and I'm really excited to try some matcha.I'm in the middle of the street in SoHo and one thing that kind of fascinates me about this area is the architecture. Look at this beautiful building right behind me and this is known as cast-iron architecture. These buildings used to be factories for commercial buildings. And this architecture is really cool because it's fireproof.
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  Vol365.日常英语学习Health Vocabulary&Job Fair Tips 13.09.2026 32мин

  获取全部文本资料公众号搜索：yymaster888At the Doctor's OfficePatient: Good morning, doctor. Have you seen my mom? She came here to have some tests done.Doctor: Good morning. If she came here to have a medical checkup, she must be in the laboratory.Patient: Oh, I see. Well, I suppose I will have to wait for her here in the waiting area.Doctor: Yeah, it won't take too long. Just wait for her. And what about you? Have you had your annual checkup yet? It is very important to see if everything is fine.Patient: Um, I suppose so. I come here once a year, doctor. But I don't understand much about these things—about illnesses and diseases.Doctor: I can help you with that. I have some free time and it's important you know those things.Patient: Really? For example, what is the most common health problem a person has?Doctor: That might be a cold. It is a common viral infection which causes mucus to run from the nose. It usually gives a sore throat and often includes sneezing. It's very common.A cold can be confused with the flu. Flu is the common name given for influenza. It is a contagious viral infection of the respiratory passages that causes fever and severe aching, or a cough. It is the act of expelling air from the lungs with a sudden sharp sound.Now, another really common condition is an allergy. Do you know what it is?Patient: Yes, I am allergic to dust. My mother is allergic to cat hair.Doctor: That's right. It's a medical condition that causes you to react badly or feel sick when you eat or touch a particular substance. In your case, to dust, and in the case of your mother, to cat hair. It's very common.Another common medical condition is asthma. It is a respiratory condition where spasms in the lungs cause difficulty in breathing. An asthmatic uses an inhaler to calm the spasms.Now let's go with some aches we usually have:Backache: A prolonged pain in the back. It usually happens when you sleep in a bad position or when you carry heavy things.Earache: Pain inside the ear. It is very uncomfortable, and it's important that you go to a doctor if you have an earache.Headache: A continuous pain in the head, usually because of stress. Some people usually take painkillers for a headache.Stomach ache: Pain in a person's belly. Sometimes you feel it when you eat something bad.Toothache: Pain in a tooth, or teeth in plural. Dentists check that.Sore throat: A condition of pain in the throat, typically caused by inflammation.Fever: An abnormally high body temperature, usually accompanied by shivering and a headache. Many people don't know, but a high fever can be dangerous. You have to be careful.Diarrhea: An illness in which feces are discharged from the bowels frequently and in a liquid form. Diarrhea can also be dangerous.Heartburn: A form of indigestion felt as a burning sensation in the chest. Very uncomfortable. It is caused by acid regurgitation into the esophagus.Do you know what a rash is? It is a lot of small red spots on the skin that are usually itchy. It usually happens due to intoxication.When you play soccer, you can get a sprain. It is an injury to a joint in your body—especially your wrist or ankle—caused by suddenly twisting it. It can hurt a lot.Or even worse, if you are not careful, you can have a broken leg, which really hurts. It is when a bone in the leg is broken. A broken leg is put in a cast to help immobilize the leg so that it heals quicker. Other parts of the body with bones can also be broken, for example, a broken arm, a broken wrist, etc.Now, if you like going to the beach, you can get a sunburn. If you're careful, there's no problem. But if you spend too much time under the sun's rays, then it can become dangerous when the skin becomes red with inflammation as a result of overexposure to the ultraviolet rays of the sun. That's why it's important to wear sunscreen almost every time you go outside. Remember that.Oh, I have to tell you the difference between sick and ill:
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  Vol364.英语故事Story-Fallen Oaks EP 03 11.09.2026 24мин

  获取全部文本资料公众号搜索：yymaster888Did everything happen as expected?Everything was done tonight. Nobody saw what we did.I'm sure they will sell their land now.Meuire, after we built this casino, I think we should expand our business. We can build an amusement park. That city is the perfect spot.Let's do it.Do you know anyone who could have done it?I have no idea. I've always lived a peaceful life. But Sheriff, there is something I need to show you. Come with me.Sir, what happened here?I heard a noise and I came here. The kitchen was on fire. I used the fire extinguisher to put the fire out.Were you baking something in the oven?George doesn't know how to cook and I didn't leave anything. You can check.You were very lucky. This could have burned down your house.I thought she left it on by mistake, but I saw smoke from outside. Clearly, someone broke into my house.Sir, did you leave the windows open?Yes, I did. We like to sleep with fresh air.There is no sign of forced entry. We will investigate it, but it will be hard to find who did it. There is no evidence of who came here. You can call the sheriff's office if you hear anything. I'll go talk to him.So, you really heard something?Yes, I wasn't hallucinating.I'm glad you came here. We could have lost the house.I'm happy nobody got hurt.Sheriff, I think I know who did it.Tell me.The company that wants the land, it can only be them. They were capable of doing this. They are trying to scare us, making us sell the land.Can you prove it?Of course not.So, there is nothing I can do. If these people did it, you should sell your land. They are very powerful. But that's up to you. If anything comes up, call us.Hey brother, listen. Everything is good. Tell your boss they can't prove who did it. All right, I'll let you know if something comes up. Good night.Who is it, honey?Nothing. Just business.Business at 3:30 in the morning.That's right. I'm going to the toilet. Are all the windows locked?Yes, but I don't want to leave in fear. This was such a peaceful place.I know, but it's temporary. We need to be cautious now. Let's go to sleep.Hey, Megan. Is everything okay?David, I'm so sorry for calling you. I know it's early, but something happened and I need to tell you.Is everything okay?Not really. Someone set fire to my parents' house. Luckily, my father put the fire out.Megan, this is very serious. Did you call the police?Yes, the sheriff came here.I'll get ready and I'll be there soon.It's okay, David. We're in the house now. We locked all the windows.Are you sure you don't want me to come? I can be there in 15 minutes.It's okay. We can see each other later today. The moon is so beautiful tonight. I can see it through my window.It is beautiful indeed. I'm looking at it right now. I usually wake up at 4:00 a.m. anyway. Do you want to go for a drive?All right. I don't think I can sleep now.I'll get change. See you soon.See you.This is really bad. I can't believe someone did it. Do you think it's related to the casino?I think so. But the sheriff told me it would be better if I sold my land.Why did he say that?He said they are powerful people.He might be right.But I'm not giving up. I'll fight for this.I'm with you on this. Let's go.So, where are we going?
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  Vol363.英语故事Story-Fallen Oaks EP 02 06.09.2026 17мин

  获取全部文本资料公众号搜索：yymaster888Thanks for coming, David.Megan, explain to me everything. This is a difficult case, but I'm sure we'll win.And how are you supposed to help us?A casino is private profit, not public use. It's only for corporate interests. This casino will cause more harm than good. I'll ask the court to stop the land seizure until the case is heard. That should buy us some time.Thank you so much. We really love this place. We don't want to leave.It's a beautiful place indeed.Do you have a place to stay?I'm staying at the Fallen Oaks Lodge. I'm going to stay for 2 days.We have a guest room if you want to stay here.Mom—It's okay, Miss Brooks. Thank you for the offer, but I've already paid for the lodge. I have to go now. I need to prepare the file.I'll walk you out.Thank you for helping us, David.My pleasure. Thank you once again for coming. We're a strong community, but we don't know how to handle this situation.I'll make sure this land remains intact. While I'm here, how about we go horseback riding? I'd love to explore the nature around us.Sure, we can do that.Great. I'll text you.David is such a true gentleman. Is he your boyfriend?No, Mom. We're just friends.I don't know. Maybe there is something going on. You're blushing.Look at this view. It's so beautiful. If a casino is built here, it will all be gone. So many tourists come here. We need to protect this place.Your honor, please hear me. The land seizure has to stop. The casino is not public use. It's for private profit. The residents will suffer. I ask for an injunction.Your honor, this project benefits the city. It will bring jobs and revenue. The seizure is legal. A plebiscite was held and the people want the casino.This plebiscite was held in the city, not in the suburbs. It should be voided. The area is a main attraction for tourists seeking nature. Without the nature, these tourists will go elsewhere.This is total nonsense. A casino will bring in millions of dollars, hundreds of jobs and opportunities. We'll have a hotel and a golf course. This place will be packed with tourists. Even the governor and the mayor are supporting our cause. They know what the community wants. They already approved everything.I understand both sides. I will review the case for now. The seizure is paused. The session is adjourned.Let me tell you something, kid. I think it's best if you drop the case.And why would I do that?We just want to help the community. A casino will help everyone. Don't you want that?I understand your point of view, but it's not what the residents want.You're dealing with very powerful people.Are you threatening me?Of course not. We're all friends here. It's just a recommendation.Can I go now?Nobody is holding you.I'm following him. He's staying at the Fallen Oaks Lodge. Okay, boss.Is everything okay, honey?Yes, everything is fine. Just someone trying to get in my way. Let's go back to the shore. I need to take care of some business.Anything I can help with?Don't worry. I got everything under control.Hi, Megan. I have some great news for us. The judge will look into the case. The land seizure has been stopped for now. I hope he judges in our favor.That's great news. I hope everything will be sorted out. How about we go horseback riding?That will be nice. I'll be there in 20 minutes. See you.Hey. Mom, I have some good news.What is it?The judge will look into the case. The land seizure has stopped. Maybe we have a chance.That's great, Megan. I hope everything will be okay. Where are you going?I'm going horseback riding with David. He's coming to pick me up.David seems like a genuine man. I liked him. Where did you meet him?We live in the same building. He's about to arrive. I have to go.Enjoy your day, honey.
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  Vol362.Easy English系列Everyday Life English 03.09.2026 15мин

  Easy English系列 油管百万订阅亿次播放的easy english系列音频限时回归 本期带来《English Conversation for Beginners》获取全部文本资料公众号搜索：yymaster888Catering for a Birthday PartyHello, I'd like some information about catering for my son's birthday party.Of course, I'd be happy to help. How many guests are you expecting?Around 30 children and about 20 adults.Great. Do you already have a menu in mind?Not really. I'd like something that children will enjoy.Our most popular children's menu includes mini burgers, chicken nuggets, pizza slices, and vegetable sticks.That sounds perfect. Do you have any vegetarian options?Yes. We can provide vegetarian pizzas and sandwiches.Excellent. What about desserts?We offer cupcakes, cookies, and fruit platters.This combination sounds wonderful.Excellent. Now, let's discuss drinks.What do you recommend?For children, we usually provide fruit juice, lemonade, and bottled water.That sounds good.I'll prepare a quote based on 50 guests.Perfect. Thank you for your help.You're welcome. It's going to be a wonderful party.Wrong OrderExcuse me, could I speak to you for a moment?Of course, is everything all right?I'm afraid there's a small problem with my order.I'm sorry to hear that. What seems to be the issue?I ordered a grilled chicken salad, but I received a cheeseburger instead.Oh, I apologize for the mistake.That's okay. I just wanted to let you know.Thank you for telling me. I'll take care of it right away.I appreciate that.I'll bring you the correct order as soon as possible.Thank you. How long do you think it will take?It should be ready in about 10 minutes.That's fine. Could I also get a cup of tea while I wait?Certainly. I'll bring it right away.Thank you very much.You're welcome. And again, I apologize for the inconvenience.No problem. These things happen.Here is your tea. I'll be back shortly with your salad.Great. Thank you.You're welcome.Here is your grilled chicken salad. I've double-checked it this time.It looks perfect. Thank you for fixing the mistake so quickly.My pleasure. Is there anything else I can get for you?No, that's all for now.Enjoy your meal.Thank you.At the PharmacyHello. Could you help me, please?Of course. What seems to be the problem?I think I got a bad sunburn yesterday.I'm sorry to hear that. Can you tell me what happened?I spent several hours at the beach and forgot to reapply sunscreen.I see. Which areas are affected?My shoulders, back, and arms are very red and painful.Do you have any blisters?A few small ones on my shoulders.Okay. Do you have a fever, dizziness, or nausea?No, just pain and a burning sensation.That's good. I can recommend an after-sun lotion with aloe vera and a cooling gel for the affected areas.Great. Will they help reduce the pain?Yes, they should soothe your skin and help it heal faster.How often should I apply them?Apply the cooling gel three times a day, and the lotion whenever your skin feels dry.Is there anything else I should do?Drink plenty of water and avoid direct sunlight for a few days.That makes sense.Also, wear loose clothing to avoid irritating your skin.Thank you for the advice.You're welcome. If the blisters get worse or you develop a fever, please see a doctor.I will. Thanks for your help.
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  Vol361.英语故事Story-Fallen Oaks EP 01 01.09.2026 23мин

  获取全部文本资料公众号搜索：yymaster888My sweet daughter, I'm so glad you arrived. I missed you a lot.Me too, Mom. I was so anxious to arrive. Where is Dad?He's outside getting eggs.I'll go say hello to him. He needs to know I arrived.You do that.Dad.Megan, you finally arrived. Come here and give your old man a hug.Dad, I missed you a lot.Me, too. It's good that you came. It's been a long 6 months.I know.Have you seen your mom already?Yes, I have.Good.Dad, last time you called, you left me worried. What's so urgent?Oh, Megan, I didn't want to burden you, but the situation is critical. I might have to sell our house.But why? Tell me.(Flashback / Memory)Representative: Mr. Brooks, can we talk to you?Who are you people?Representative: We represent Aurora Grand Developments. Have you heard about them?No, I haven't. What about it?Representative: It's a big real estate developer. They want your land.They want to buy my land.Representative: That's right. So, if you could just sign these papers, we'll be done with it.But my land is not for sale.Representative: It's not up to you, Mr. Brooks. We'll get your land one way or another. You can make things easier by signing. It's a decent offer. The best you'll get.But I told you it's not for sale. Why do you want to buy it?Representative: A casino will be built here, bringing development, millions in taxes, and jobs for locals. After you sell, you can move into town. It's a win-win.But I don't want to move to town.Representative: The city of Mapleford wants a casino and you won't stand in the way. The governor wants it, too. If you don't sell, we'll take it through eminent domain.What is eminent domain?Representative: It's when you're forced to sell. Take this contract, Mr. Brooks. Give it some thought. We'll be expecting your call. It's a beautiful place, Mr. Brooks, but unfortunately you'll have to go.(Present)But dad, this is very serious. They can't just take your land. You've lived here your whole life.I know, Megan. This land has history. Our family belongs here. My great-grandfather was the first to settle here.Did you tell mom?No, I didn't. I don't want to stress her. I don't want to move to town. My life is here.I know, Dad. You and mom love this place. I'll try to help you. Let's get inside now.Charles Whitmore: So, Maguire, three weeks have passed. Where do we stand?45% of the families have decided to sell their land.Charles Whitmore: Why are these people making my life harder? Why don't they just sell already? We're paying above market price. Have you spoken to the governor?Yes, I have, Mr. Whitmore. She agrees with our plan. It's just a matter of time now.Charles Whitmore: You listen to what I have to say, Maguire. I want this project to start as soon as possible. We're already renovating the airport. This casino will bring in millions of dollars. I don't care about the locals. I'll cut down every tree if I have to. This will be the biggest casino in the country. I'll make sure we start this soon. You can go now.I'm so glad Megan came to visit us. It's such a blessing. How's everything in New York?It's okay, Mom. Life's just busy and noisy. Totally the opposite of here. I love coming here whenever I can.I'll go get dinner ready. I'm sure you're hungry. Do you need any help?No need. Stay here with your dad.Dad, you need to tell her. She must know.I know, but it's hard. Tomorrow, there's a meeting with the locals. I'll see where we stand. I've heard many have already sold their land.Tell me everything, then. Mom, are you making my favorite dish?Yes, Megan. I'm using only fresh produce straight from our garden.It smells incredible. Can I help with anything?You can wash the salad and set the table. It's almost ready.I just love it here. I can see all this nature outside the window.I know. We're really fortunate to live here. I love this place, too. It's so peaceful.Have you ever thought about moving to town?
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  Vol360.日常英语学习Work Stress And Parenting 30.08.2026 30мин

  获取全部文本资料公众号搜索：yymaster888Conversation 1: Danny and the DoctorGood afternoon, Mr. Daniel Roberts. Is it okay if I call you Danny?Yes, that's okay, Doc. You can call me Danny. That's how all my friends call me, too.Okay. Thank you, Danny. Now, tell me, why are you here?I need your help, Doc. I don't know what to do. I have a lot of problems in my house. Everything is a mess. I can't handle it anymore. My wife wants to divorce me, but I don't want it.All right, you need to give me more details. What is happening in your house? Why does your wife want to divorce you? Did you do anything wrong?Probably. Yeah. I suppose she's also tired. She says I am always angry all the time. And she's right. When I get home, I'm always upset. I can't help it. I come home upset and start yelling and nagging about everything. Everything bothers me, Doc. I am so upset and frustrated that I have yelled at my wife many times. I'm tired.I see. You say you're tired. What are you tired of? Your job? Your family?My family? I don't know. But my job, yeah. I go to work every day at the same time. I mean, I have to get up early every day and then go to work at the same time in the same place. Then I have to do my best to achieve the company's goals. I have lunch at the same time, too. I leave work and go home at the same time every single day. And my wife, she is there when I arrive. She's there with my children. I have two children. She asks me how my day was, and I can only remember the same thing I did like always.Then you say you're tired of routine. Is that what you mean? You're tired of your job and also your family because they are part of your routine. Am I right?I don't know. I suppose so. I am angry all the time. I don't want anything. I don't want to talk to anyone in my house, at the job, anywhere. I don't know what to do.All right. There is something that is bothering you. Let's find out. Tell me about your house and about your wife and your children. What are they like?Well, my wife works online, but she works part-time, just 4 hours. She's very responsible. She also takes care of my children and she cooks every day. I know she's a wonderful woman, but all I do is fight with her when I see her. I don't know why.I see. I need to know, Danny. Do you still love her? What do you think?Yes, of course I love her. She's the love of my life. I never cheated on her. I love her so much. We met when we were studying at university and we were best friends ever since. Then she was my girlfriend and I proposed to her at the same university where we met. We got married and I had a wonderful son and then a beautiful daughter. They are my life. I love my family. That's why I am here. I don't want to lose them. I don't want to divorce.Okay, I understand. Then why do you think you fight with her?That's what I don't know. Maybe I don't love her as much as I think. Is that the reason?I can't tell you that. You have to answer that question. But I will help you. Don't worry. Now, tell me about your family. Your brother, sisters, your mother, and your father.I don't see them very often. I usually visit my mom once a month and my dad too. I have one brother but he lives in another country, and I don't have any sisters. As I told you before, I don't see them very often so I don't have any problems with them.All right. Now tell me about your job. About your co-workers too.My job? Well, I work as a coordinator. I have to work with many people. I work in the sales area. I have to see that everyone meets their sales goals for the day. I work with an average of 25 people and the majority reach their sales goal. I don't have any problem with them. I also have fellow coordinators and they are very kind. I finish work at 5 in the afternoon and go home. My job is stressful, but I like it.But you said before that you were tired. Tired of your job and the routine.Yeah. Well, I suppose that's the answer because I get angry after leaving my work.Okay. I need you to tell me exactly what do you do from the time you arrive until you leave work?Well, I arrive at my job. I drink a cup of coffee. I turn on my computer. Start with the instructions. I talk to my team. Then they start working. And I supervise their job. I have lunch. Then I get back to work and continue supervising until the time I have to leave. That's all.Hmm. That's weird. There must be something. What about your boss?My boss? That stupid man. He's the worst man ever. Seriously, no matter what I do, he will never be satisfied with my work. Never. He's always criticizing me and highlighting my mistakes, and he does it in front of my workers. He's a pain in the ass. Every day I have to fight with him before going out. He's an idiot.I think we already found the problem. Everything is fine until you talk to your boss, Danny. The problem is not your wife, children, or your job. The main problem is your boss. The only thing you have to do is talk to him and tell him how you feel, or talk to your boss's boss.So, it's not that I don't love my wife or children or my job itself. Oh, God, I'm relieved.No, of course not. Many have problems at work and take it out on their family, which is not good. It is important to work on it in time to avoid confusing those feelings and ruining your family.
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  Vol359.日常英语学习Speak to Be Heard 25.08.2026 9мин

  获取全部文本资料公众号搜索：yymaster888Welcome back to the English podcast, your cozy little place to learn easy English through real everyday conversations. I'm Anna.And I'm Jake. And today we're talking about something that might feel a little personal, a little uncomfortable, but honestly, it could be the reason you're not moving forward in your career or life.Ooh, that sounds serious, Jake.It is serious, Anna. Because today's episode is called Stop Losing Opportunities Because of Your English.Wow, that hits close to home for so many learners, doesn't it?It does. Because imagine this: you're in a meeting, you have a brilliant idea, you know it could save the company time, money, maybe even both. But when you open your mouth, your English feels small. So you close it, and someone else says the same idea, and they get the credit.Ouch, that hurts just hearing it.It does. Or imagine you're at a networking event. You see someone you really want to talk to. Maybe they're a leader in your field. You walk over, you smile, and then your brain goes blank. You say hello, and then nothing. And they walk away.And you walk away thinking, that could have been my opportunity.Exactly. And that's the feeling we're tackling today. Not just how to speak English, but how to speak fluently enough to stop losing chances.Because every time you stay silent, opportunities don't wait for you.They don't. They move on to someone else. So today we're going to give you the tools to speak up, speak clearly, and speak with confidence, even when your English isn't perfect.And before we jump in, if this topic hits home for you, leave us a like and subscribe to the English podcast. It really helps us keep making these episodes for you.Okay, Anna. Let's start with the biggest fear.The biggest fear? I think I know what you're going to say.What is it?Fear of being judged. Fear that people will think you're not smart because your English isn't perfect.Yes, that's the monster under the bed for so many learners. And here's the thing: that fear is real. It's not silly, but it's also a lie.A lie?Yes, because people don't judge your intelligence by your grammar. They judge it by your ideas. And if you don't share your ideas, they can't judge them at all.So, staying silent is actually worse than making a mistake?Much worse. Think about it. If you make a grammar mistake, people might notice, but if you stay silent, people will think you have nothing to say. Which is worse?Definitely the silence. At least with a mistake, people hear you.Right. So, the first step to stop losing opportunities is to accept that your English doesn't need to be perfect. It needs to be heard.That's a powerful sentence. Let's repeat that for our listeners."My English doesn't need to be perfect. It needs to be heard."Say it with us one more time.Now, let's talk about the second fear.The second fear is being misunderstood. You say something and the other person looks confused. Or worse, they smile and nod and you know they didn't get it.The international smile and nod. We've all been there.Yes, it's like a universal language of "I have no idea what you just said, but I'm too polite to ask."And that feeling is terrible. But here's the secret: even native speakers get misunderstood all the time. Communication is messy.So, the goal isn't to never be misunderstood. The goal is to know how to handle it when it happens.Exactly. And the magic phrase is—"Let me rephrase that."Yes, such a simple sentence, but it changes everything.Let's break it down. Rephrase means to say something again in a different way. So, when someone looks confused, you don't panic. You just say, "Let me rephrase that."And then you try a different way to explain your idea. Maybe shorter, maybe with an example, maybe with simpler words.So, the basic sentence is, "Did you understand me?"Which puts pressure on the other person.Right. The better sentence is, "Let me rephrase that."That puts the responsibility on you. You're saying, "I want to make sure I'm clear." That sounds confident, not insecure.Let's do a quick role-play.I'll be the confused colleague. Anna, you're the confident speaker.Okay. So, our team needs to deliver the project by Friday. If we don't, we might lose the client.Mhm. Sorry, what was that?Let me rephrase that. We need to finish by Friday. If we're late, the client might leave us.Ah, yes, I understand now. Friday is important. See how she didn't panic? She just rephrased.Exactly. And that's a skill you can practice. The more you practice rephrasing, the more confident you become.Because you know you have a backup plan. If they don't understand you the first time, you can try again.That takes so much pressure off. You're not trying to be perfect. You're trying to be clear.Okay, let's talk about the third fear. This one is sneaky.What is it?The fear of sounding too simple. Like you know you have a complex idea, but you feel like your English is too basic to express it. So, you don't try.Oh, I know this one. You have a great idea, but you think, "If I say this in simple English, people will think I'm simple."Right. And this is where we have to break something. We have to break the belief that big ideas need big words.
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  Vol358.日常英语学习Ace Your Job Interview 23.08.2026 31мин

  获取全部文本资料公众号搜索：yymaster888Conversation 1: The Job Interview & AdviceAll right, I think that's all Mr. Stone. Anything we will be contacting you.Are you sure? You have only made one question. Only tell me about yourself.Yeah, it's not necessary. I mean, we have enough. Don't worry. Thank you.But don't you want to know about my work experience, my abilities, my studies, my certifications, my strengths and weaknesses? I can tell you about that.No, that's not going to be necessary. You can leave now. Thank you.I understand. Okay, sir. Thank you for the opportunity.Carlo. Hello, bro. What are you doing in the park so early?Hey, Richard. Just walking. I had an interview early in the morning.Oh, and judging by your face, I can tell that it didn't go very well for you. Am I right?Yeah, you're right. It was awful. I don't know what is wrong with me. Seriously, I have gone to dozens of interviews and still can't get a job. I don't know if I'm doing something wrong or if it's really just bad luck. I'm tired and I need a job. I have to pay for different things in my house. I don't know what to do.I see. But this is not the first time you are in this position. I mean, you had a job before. You have had different interviews in the past. Then what's the problem?Well, that's not true. I had a job, yeah, but one of my friends recommended me. I mean, he talked to his boss and that's how I got the job. This is the first time I have job interviews.Oh, I see. Maybe that is the problem. You're probably saying something wrong or you're not saying something important because you are an excellent worker.But what could that be? Help me please. You have a lot of experience in job interviews. You are head of the hiring area of the company where you work. You probably know a lot about the subject.Yeah. Well, all right. I will help you. First, tell me about yourself.Oh, we'll do a kind of mock interview. All right. About myself. All right. Hello, my name is Carlos Stone. I am 35 years old. I was born in this city. My family is big. I like chocolate. I like going to the beach. I like—oh, I am single. I don't have any children. I work very well. I am responsible. I think that's all. After saying this, most of the interviewers tell me it's over.I see. You're doing it the wrong way, my friend. I will help you. To start, that answer to the question "tell me about yourself" is not correct. You're saying irrelevant information in the first question. You have to say all the relevant things about your professional life, also your work experience, your abilities—I mean the abilities that are relevant to the job. I always recommend people to give crucial information in the first question. That way you could give a very good first impression and then you could answer more specific questions. The employer doesn't care about your hobbies or whether or not you like pizza, believe me.Other things you can do:Research the company: Before your interview, take some time to learn about the company. Understand their mission, values, products, and any recent news or developments. This knowledge demonstrates your interest and enthusiasm for the role. This is a very important step you have to do.Practice common interview questions: If you feel nervous about the interview, prepare responses to common interview questions such as "tell me about yourself" and "what are your strengths and weaknesses." Those two questions in my opinion are very important. I always recommend the students to prepare for those questions. Practicing your answers will help you feel more confident and articulate during the interview.Dress appropriately: Make sure to dress professionally for the interview. Choose clothing that is appropriate for the company culture and the position you are applying for. When in doubt, it's better to be slightly overdressed than underdressed.Bring copies of your resume: Even if you've already submitted your resume online, bring printed copies to the interview. This shows preparedness and gives you something to reference if needed during the conversation.Listen carefully: During the interview, listen carefully to the interviewer's questions and statements. Take your time to formulate thoughtful responses rather than rushing to answer.Highlight your achievements: When discussing your experience and qualifications, focus on specific achievements and examples that demonstrate your skills and capabilities. Quantifiable accomplishments are particularly impactful. Don't forget that.Arrive early: Aim to arrive at least 10 to 15 minutes early for your interview.
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  Vol357.日常英语学习Advanced News English 20.08.2026 21мин

  获取全部文本资料公众号搜索：yymaster888Hi, I'm Lisa. Let's learn some advanced vocabulary and expressions from a news article so that you can take your already advanced English to the next level, the final level of fluency. My goal is to teach you to communicate with educated native speakers on any subject just like you can in your native language. One of the best ways for you to achieve that is to learn the vocabulary and the expressions that native speakers are using and to be able to use those words yourself. For example, do you know the meaning of the adjectives "precarious" and "disconcerting" or the verbs "to soar" and "to tumble"? In this video, you will learn to use these words and many more. You will also have a chance to practice your accent. I will read parts of the article and I will pause to give you a chance to repeat after me.This news article is about Wall Street, the stock market, and its impact on the economy. The title of the article isIntel's best day since the 1980s helps drive Wall Street to more records.Let's look at the verb "to drive." Of course, you know the meaning of to drive a car, but "to drive" can be used in other ways. It means to cause something to happen or to make it move in a certain way, to make it act in a certain way. In this context, it means that Intel's strong performance caused the stock market to rise. We can use "to drive" this way:"His speech drove the team to work harder.""Rising oil prices drove inflation higher.""The noise is driving me crazy." (meaning it's making me crazy)We can also say, "He has a lot of drive." What does that mean? It means he's very motivated. He's motivated to work hard. He has a lot of drive. Or we can say, "He is very driven." I believe that you are driven to improve your English and that's why you're watching this video. You have a lot of drive.Okay, let's look at the first two paragraphs of the article to learn some more words. First, I will read it and you listen."Wall Street rolled to more records on Thursday as Nvidia and Intel led a rally for technology stocks after announcing a deal that includes a $5 billion investment. The S&P 500 index rose 0.5% and is on track for a third straight winning week. The Dow Jones Industrial Average added 124 points or 0.3% and the Nasdaq Composite climbed 0.9%. All three set all-time highs."Let's look at the word "rally." A rally can be a noun or "to rally" is a verb. The article states, "Nvidia and Intel led a rally for technology stocks." To rally is to recover, to become stronger again after a period of weakness. In this case, it means a sudden increase in the price of stocks after a decline. You can also use the verb "to rally" this way:"The stock market rallied.""The team rallied in the second half and won the game."In case you don't know, let's learn about the Standard & Poor's 500 index. It's commonly called the S&P 500. The article says the S&P 500 index rose 0.5%. The S&P 500 is a list of 500 large companies whose stock prices are tracked together to show how the US stock market is performing. If the S&P 500 goes up, it usually means that the economy is doing well. When the S&P 500 goes down, it often means the economy is slowing down.The S&P 500 index rose 0.5%. "Rose" is from the verb "to rise," which means to go up (rise, rose, risen). Don't confuse this verb with the verb "to raise." To rise is to go up, but to raise is to make something go up. They're similar, but they're used differently: one is a transitive verb and one is an intransitive verb."The sun rose," but "I raised my hand.""They raised prices," but "The prices rose." (That's an intransitive verb.)Let's look at "to be on track for." The article states that the S&P 500 is on track for a third straight winning week. These are tracks—they are train tracks. So to be on track means to be moving in the direction to reach a goal, to be likely to achieve something. For example:"She's doing very well at work. She's on track for a job promotion.""This project is on track for completion by the end of the year."The opposite of on track is "to get off track." That's when you start going in a different direction, in the wrong direction. Let's listen:"When I do those things, I'm on track mentally, emotionally, and physically.""And I knew that as long as I stayed on track, my career was secure.""I apologize. I completely got off track."You know the meaning of the word "straight," right? A straight line or straight hair, but the article talks about a third straight winning week—on track for a third straight winning week. In this case, straight means happening one after another without interruption, without stopping. For example:"I've worked late for three straight nights." (The same thing as three nights in a row.)"I've worked for 15 days straight without a day off.""I can't believe I slept for 10 hours straight." (And that means I didn't wake up at all during that time. 10 hours straight.)Let's listen to how some other people used it:"We were traveling three days straight from Turkey by bus.""They worked 20 hours a day for 100 days straight.""Literally just been laying down for the last 24 hours straight pretty much."Let's look at "all-time." In this article, it says "all-time high." All three set all-time highs. An all-time high means the highest level ever reached."Temperatures hit an all-time high this summer." (That means a record was broken. Temperatures were never higher than this summer. It was an all-time high.)"The city's population is now at an all-time high."We can also say "all-time low":"The temperatures hit all-time lows last January."We can say "all-time favorite":"That movie is my all-time favorite."Or "all-time best":"She gave an all-time best performance." (It was her best performance ever.)Or "all-time great":"Michael Jordan is considered an all-time great in basketball."Okay. Now, we're going to read the paragraphs again so that you can practice your accent. I will pause to give you a chance to repeat. Repeat after me:"Wall Street rolled to more records on Thursday""as Nvidia and Intel led a rally for technology stocks""after announcing a deal that includes a $5 billion investment.""The S&P 500 index rose 0.5%.""And is on track for a third straight winning week.""The Dow Jones Industrial Average added 124 points or 0.3%.""and the NASDAQ Composite climbed 0.9%.""All three set all-time highs."Now, let's look at two more sentences:"Intel soared 22.8% for its best day since 1987 after Nvidia said it would buy $5 billion of the chipmaker stock. Nvidia climbed 3.5% and was by far the strongest force lifting the S&P 500 because it's Wall Street's most valuable company."Let's look at the verb "to soar." Intel soared 22.8%. To soar is to rise or to increase very quickly. For example:"Gas prices soared after the hurricane.""Sales of the new phone soared during the first week.""My confidence soared when I got the promotion.""The eagle soared high in the sky." (A bird can soar; an airplane can soar.)You know the meaning of "far," but let's look at "by far." Nvidia was by far the strongest force lifting the S&P 500. We say "by far" when we want to emphasize that something is much better, much stronger, or much greater than anything else."She is by far the best singer in the group.""This was by far the most difficult test I've ever taken.""This is by far the best pizza I've ever eaten."Or we can use "far" with a comparative adjective. For example, "far bigger than":"Is the United States bigger than Switzerland? Yes, it's far bigger.""This restaurant is far better than the other one.""Is your English far better today than it was last year?"Okay, let's read that part again to practice your accent. Repeat after me:"Intel soared 22.8% for its best day since 1987""after Nvidia said it would buy $5 billion of the chipmaker stock."Notice how I connected the two S's. I didn't pronounce both of those S's; I blended them into one sound: "chipmaker stock." You say it: "chipmaker stock." Anytime we have two consonants that are the same—one is at the end of the word and the other one is at the beginning of the next word—we only pronounce one sound. For example:"She speaks Spanish." (We wouldn't say she speaks Spanish; she speaks Spanish.)"I'm married." (We blend those two M's into one sound. Don't say I'm married; it's I'm married.)Let's continue. Repeat after me:"Nvidia climbed 3.5%.""And was by far the strongest force lifting the S&P 500""because it's Wall Street's most valuable company."Let's continue with some more sentences from the article:"Fewer US workers applied for unemployment benefits last week than expected. That could indicate the pace of layoffs is slowing and it was a relief after the prior week's data showing a disconcerting leap to a 4-year high."Let's look at "unemployment benefits." Fewer US workers applied for unemployment benefits last week. Unemployment benefits are the money that the government gives to people who lose their jobs and are looking for a job.