Episode Details

These are the B1 phrases we'll be studying today:

See transcript at: https://www.practisingenglish.com/podcast-308.htm

1) on one's own
Definition: alone, without help from others

Example:

·     She lives on her own in a small flat. 

2) of one's own
Definition: something that belongs only to a person

Example:

·     He wants a room of his own. 

3) in the end
Definition: finally, after everything

Example:

·     In the end, we chose the blue dress. 

4) backwards and forwards
Definition: moving or repeating in both directions; very well learned

Example:

·     The child walked backwards and forwards in the room. 

5) keep somebody busy
Definition: give someone enough work or activity

Example:

·     This project will keep her busy all week. 

6) get together
Definition: meet with other people

Examples:

·     We get together every Friday night. 

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