English Lessons
“Setting goals is one thing; achieving them is another.”
A friend has been reading a book about setting goals. She tells you about some of the advice that she read in the book. You don't think the advice is very useful.
“Back in the day, your old man was the epitome of cool.”
You're talking with your friend's teenage children. They think of your friend as old and silly, but you remember when he was really cool. You tell them about that time.
“Oh yeah, they've been on the decline for quite a while.”
You and a friend are having a discussion. Your friend says that a lot of newspapers have gone out of business. You agree and add some detail to his point.
“Would that be OK with you?”
You and one of your coworkers want to switch your assignments. You need to check with your boss for permission. You're not sure whether she'll allow it, so you write an email describing the plan and ask this at the end.
“I tend to dress a little more conservatively at the office.”
You're talking with some friends about the kind of clothes that you wear to work, versus during your free time, You say this.
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