English Lessons

English Lesson: You know me: I'm not one to chitchat on the phone for too long.
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You got a telephone call from your nephew. You've been talking for a few minutes, but now you want to end the conversation. You usually don't like long phone conversation. You say this.

English Lesson: He gets cranky when he doesn't have a nap.
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Your young son is crying while you're talking on the phone with your brother. You think it's because he hasn't slept this afternoon. You explain like this.

English Lesson: You're a real pain in the neck, you know?
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Your brother's car ran out of gas, so he called you to ask if you'd come pick him up. You're annoyed, so you say this.

English Lesson: They're not actively searching for a replacement yet.
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You're quitting your job at the end of this year. Your company will probably need to hire someone to replace you, but they haven't placed any job ads or hired a recruiter.

English Lesson: Please note that all applications must be accompanied by two letters of recommendation.
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You're going to apply to a school in the U.S. You're reading the rules for applying on the school's website. This sentence is on the page.