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    Contents

    Dialog 1 : Its on the tip of my TongueDialog 2 : Internet ScamDialog 3 : Exceeding the speed limitDialog 4 : I was mugged!Dialog 5 : The police had got a tip-offDialog 6 : Dont be so pessimisticDialog 7 : Im going to brief my lawyerDialog 8 : You just drove through a red light!Dialog 9 : A security scare in the subway!Dialog 10 : I couldnt care less!Dialog 11 : Im a quandaryDialog 12 : I am of two mindsDialog 13 : Hes wavering on that commitmentDialog 14 : Got up and stormed out of the studioDialog 15 : It was a real eye-openerDialog 16 : Any idea why they were stalling?Dialog 17 : Theyre obviously faltering!Dialog 18 : Wed keep on the safe sideDialog 19 : She was stumped by the last question!Dialog 20 : She was still on a dazed!Dialog 21 : Dont take it out on me!Dialog 22 : Selling Like Hot CakesDialog 23 : Went like a clockworkDialog 24 : Youve done a fantastic jobDialog 25 : You look really chic!Dialog 26 : Its a crossDialog 27 : Kittens are always playfulDialog 28 : Its very attached to himDialog 29 : Walk your dogDialog 30 : We had to have our cat put to sleep.Dialog 31 : Thats my aim!Dialog 32 : To be neuteredDialog 33 : She is impossible to please

    Dialog 34 : I haggled him down to $25!Dialog 35 : On thirty days free trialDialog 36 : Got them in my size?Dialog 37 : My feet are killing me!Dialog 38 : Youve been ripped off!Dialog 39 : What a bargain!Dialog 40 : A really useful right foot

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    Dialog 1 : Its on the tip of my Tongue

    A: Can you still remember the restaurant we have been to last Saturday?B: Yeah, of course. Its the Veronicas.A: No, Ive never heard of Veronica's.B: Maybe it was the Glepanto.A: I dont think so. Its on the tip of my tongue.B: Never mind. The food was really awful.

    Explanation:When something that you want to say is on the tip of your tongue, it means that you arealmost able to recall or remember the word.

    Example:

    Her name is on the tip of my tongue. It starts with letter A.

    Vocabulary:Awful (adjective) - extremely bad; unpleasant;

    Dialog 2 : Internet Scam

    A: Ill be more cautious when I buy things in the internet.B: How much was the thing that you bought?A: The earrings cost $250.

    B: Gee. Thats terrible. What did you do when it did not arrive?A: I contacted him, but he said that it must have been lost in the mail.B: Oh, thats bad! I think that the internet scam is becoming common nowadays.

    Explanation:An internet scam is an act of cheating for making money in the internet

    Example:I dont want to have business with him because he was involved in an internet scam before.

    Vocabulary:

    Cautious (adjective)-carefulScam (noun)-an act of cheating

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    Dialog 3 : Exceeding the speed limit

    A: Look at this letter.B: Oh. This says that you exceeded the speed limit.A: Yeah, I was photographed by a speed camera. I didn't notice it was there.B: Yes, I think they have lots of them around here. Some of my friends were caught also

    speeding last month. You should be more careful next time.A: I think so, too. The fine is $80. That's a lot of money and it would be double if I got

    caught again.B: Youre right. Speeding is indeed an expensive hobby.

    Explanation:Exceeding means going beyond the bounds or limits.

    Example:He didnt mind the police. He still exceeded the speed limit. Hes in a hurry.

    Dialog 4 : I was mugged!

    A: I need you to give me an account of the events. Could you please describe to meexactly what happened?

    B: I was mugged twenty minutes ago on Pearl Drive, near the hospital. Theres $300 inmy wallet.

    A: Did you see who did that to you?B: Yes, it was three men. I would say they are in their early thirties.A: What did they do to you?B: One of them dragged me across the ground and held me down while the other took the

    wallet from my bag. The other was their look-out. Then they ran away through the alley.

    Explanation:Mugging means attacking a person in a public place and steal their money

    Example:Somebody mugged me while I was walking to the train station.

    Vocabulary:Drag (verb) - To move or bring by force or with great effortAlley (noun) - a narrow back street.

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    Dialog 5 : The police had got a tip-off

    A: There are so many policemen around our block so I can't get into my apartment.What's happening?

    B: Didnt you hear? A man hostaged three people in an apartment on the fifth floor.A: What! Really? That's the one below mine. How were they able to know that?B: I heard that the police had got a tip-offfrom a foreign intelligence service about him.A: Why are they still not catching him?B: Well, they were also tipped-off that he was armed, so they are just being very careful.

    Explanation:A tip-offis a piece of confidential, advance, or inside information.

    Example:

    We were tipped-offthat what he was doing was illegal.

    Vocabulary:Intelligence (noun)-the ability to understand

    Dialog 6 : Dont be so pessimistic

    A: That math exam was really horrible. That was the worst so far.B: Was it really so bad?A: Yes it was. Not much of what I reviewed came up.

    B: That was really bad. Do you think youll pass it?A: No, I think I'll definitely fail that exam.B: Youre so harsh on yourself. Don't be so pessimistic.

    Explanation:When you are being pessimistic, you have a feeling that bad things are more likely to happenthan good things. You are marked by little hopefulness.

    Example:I dont like her. Shes always being pessimistic.

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    Dialog 7 : Im going to brief my lawyer

    A: I dont have time. I must be out of here in five minutes.B: Oh, I was hoping we could talk. Where are you going?A: I have an appointment at Baker and McKenzie.B: That law firm is very expensive. Whats your business there?A: I'm going to brief my lawyer.B:Are you going to sue somebody?A: It's about my divorce. Im hoping it will be settled by mutual agreement.

    Explanation:

    To briefmeans to give instructions or preparatory information.

    Vocabulary:

    Divorce (noun)- any formal separation of husband and wife according to establishedcustom.

    Settle (verb)- to decide, arrange, or agreeMutual (adjective)-shared; agree in the idea of an exchange or balance between two or

    more persons or groups

    Dialog 8 : You just drove through a red light!

    A: Switch your engine off, please sir.B: Yes, officer. Why have you pulled me over?

    A: Because you just drove through a red light.B:But, officer, the amber light was on when I drove through.A: No, it was most definitely on red light. I have photographic evidence of that. Wheres

    your driving license?B: Just for a moment. OK, here it is.

    Explanation:

    When you drove through a red light, you passed without stopping on red traffic signal.

    Example:He still drove through the red light because hes late for the meeting.

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    Dialog 9 : A security scare in the subway!

    A: The apartment is just around the next block. Its across the road from the subwaystation.

    B: I can't wait to get there. I'm so exhausted. I really wanted to go to bed and sleep.A: Oh, I think we cannot pass. Look at that. There are so many people in the street.B: And look at all those policemen. What's happening?A: It's probably a security scare in the subway. Lets just go back and try the next street.B: Im so tired! We've been traveling for ten hours and now this.

    Vocabulary:Exhausted (adjective)-tired

    Dialog 10 : I couldnt care less!

    A: We have to hire a car for our trip next Friday. Could you do that?B: Sure. Give me ten minutes or so.A: Is everything OK?B: Not quite. I need to know what kind of car you like.A: I couldn't care less. As long as it has four wheels and runs, that will be OK.B: Alright, well let's take the BMW. That will be fun.

    Explanation:

    When a person says that he couldn't care les, it means that you are not interested in or worriedabout something or someone. He does not care at all

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    Dialog 11 : Im a quandary

    A: Whats the good news?B: Hello! Please sit down and join me for a cup of tea. It's very good news in a way.A: Really? Don't keep me in suspense.A: My sister in Canada tells me that there are very good jobs there. He asks me if Im

    interested.B: Wow! Thats great! Would you like to go?A: Definitely. The problem is I have so many debts and I dont think I can afford the cost.

    But I'm desperate to leave and work there. My job here is so bad and they dont paywell. I'm in a quandary.

    A:You sure are.

    Explanation:In a quandary means not knowing what to choose.

    Vocabulary:Suspense (noun) - an undecided or doubtful condition.

    Dialog 12 : I am of two minds

    A: Whats that magazine for? Do you like to buy a new PC ?

    B: Youre right. The one Im using is already ten years old. It's so slow.A: That should belong to the museum! You have to buy a new one already.B: I'd like that, but my sister said that theyll be selling PCs with more powerful chips.

    That will be three months from now.A: It's always like that.B: So I'm of two minds. I dont know whether to buy now or wait for three months.A: Oh, go for it. Youre going to wait forever if youll wait for that new powerful chip.

    Explanation:

    When the person is of two minds, he is unable to decide about something.

    Example:

    I am of two minds between going to the movies and going to the party.

    Vocabulary:Chip (noun) - a tiny slice of semi-conducting material.

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    Dialog 13 : Hes wavering on that commitment

    A: I think that you are so happy today.B: Well this isn't the best day I've had this year.A: Is this because of the new business plan?B: How did you know? You know the boss said he would invest five hundred thousand

    dollars to my latest business development project.A: Yes, I remembered that you fought hard for it.B: Well, he's wavering on that commitment. He said that the company will not be able

    to bear the cost.

    Explanation:To Waver means to pause or hold back in uncertainty or unwillingness.

    Vocabulary:Commitment (noun) - a pledge or promise

    Dialog 14 : Got up and stormed out of the studio

    A: Did you watch CNN last night?B: No, I went to a restaurant with my parents. We had a wonderful time.A: Oh. The president was interviewed.B: Well, I dont think its special. It sounds boring.

    A: Ah well, the interviewer kept asking him questions about his involvement with theelection fraud.

    B: Really, I've heard about that. They were saying that he gave some bribes and he reallywasnt the winner in the last election.

    A: Yes, well he refused to answer the questions. But the interviewer did not stop andbugged him more until he got angrier and angrier. In the end he got up and stormedout of the studio.

    B:Oh, that was fun. I sure would have liked to see that.

    Explanation:When someone got up and stormed out, it means that he walked out of the room.

    Example:He was so mad that he got up and stormed out of the room.

    Vocabulary:Fraud (noun) - deception, trickBribe (noun)- Something, such as money or a favor, offered or given to a person in a

    position of trust to influence that person's views or conduct.Bugged (verb) - to bother, annoy, disturb

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    Dialog 15 : It was a real eye-opener

    A: The year-end party was really fantastic. I think everybody enjoyed it.B: I agree. Perhaps its the best party this office has ever had.A: What did you like best?B: I really enjoyed the time when they asked someone to go on the stage and sing.A: That was really fun. The girl from the Accounting department was quite fabulous.B: I think so, too. They say she's normally shy but she sang like a professional performer.

    I was surprised by the confidence she showed.A: It was a real eye-opener.

    Explanation:An eye-opener is a startling and shocking revelation.

    Example :The documentary that they showed us was really an eye-opener.

    Vocabulary:Fabulous (adjective)- exceptionally good or unusualPerformer (noun)- an entertainer who performs a dramatic or musical work for audienceTalent (noun)- natural abilities or qualitiesRevelation (noun)- Something revealed, especially a dramatic disclosure of something

    previously known or realized.

    Dialog 16 : Any idea why they were stalling?

    A:How was your business meeting? Did it go well?B: Well, it was not very successful. We got some business but we didn't get the big deal we

    were hoping for.A: Its with Smith & Co., right?B: That's right. I found it frustrating. The negotiation is doing well, but after some time, they

    began to stall.A: Any idea why they were stalling?B:Im not so sure about it. But I learned that our biggest competitor is also there.A: Maybe they were talking to them the same time as negotiating with you.

    Example :

    The manager talked with the union leaders, but I think hes just stalling.

    Vocabulary:Frustrating (adjective) -disappointingNegotiation (noun) - a discussion intended to produce an agreementCompetitor (noun) - One that competes with another, as in sports or business; a rival.Tactics (noun)- a plan for attaining a particular goal

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    Dialog 17 : Theyre obviously faltering!

    A: I thought theyll be increasing the wages.B: They promised that before the board elections. What did the members say?A: Of course they made some excuses. Im expecting it already.B: Well, they're obviously faltering.A: Every one of them is against it.

    Explanation:Falter means being unsteady in speech or action.

    Vocabulary:Wage (noun) - money that is paid or received for work or services

    Dialog 18 : Wed keep on the safe side

    A: This trip was really wonderful.B: I think so, too. What did you enjoy most?A: I enjoyed our visit to the butterfly museum.B: Yeah, that was really beautiful. But I also liked the big aquarium. Did you see that big

    marlin?A: I did. I think its unfortunate theyre being caged in that big aquarium.

    B: Now how about going to the club?A: I don't think we have enough time. The bus leaves in half an hour. I thinkwe'd better

    keep on the safe side and call it a day.

    Explanation:If you do something to be on the safe side, you do something that may not be necessary inorder to protect yourself against possible problems.

    Example:

    I don't think there are any broken bones, but you should have an X-ray just to be on the safeside.

    Vocabulary:Aquarium (noun)- A tank, bowl, or other water-filled enclosure in which living fish or other

    aquatic animals and plants are kept.

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    Dialog 19 : She was stumped by the last question!

    A: Did you see "Get a Million!" on TV last night ?B: Yeah, of course. That's something I couldnt afford to miss.A: I think the lady who played last night was very smart.B: Yes, shes very knowledgeable about different subjects.A: How much did she get?B: It was $850,000. It was such a shame that she was stumped by the last question. If sheonly had answered the question, shell take home a million.A: But the question is so difficult.

    Explanation:To be stumped means to be unable to answer a question or solve a problem because it is toodifficult

    Example :Dont get stumped by off-the-wall interview questions.

    Dialog 20 : She was still on a dazed!

    A: I heard about the accident near your sisters place. Do you know what happened?B: Her neighbors gas leaked out and it exploded. There was a little fire.A: How was your sister? She wasn't injured I hope.B: Fortunately, she isnt. But she was still in a daze. She couldn't think straight and shes

    always panicking at the sight of fire.A: Oh, that must have been terrible for her. How is she now?B: Oh, she's much better, but she decided to move out and find another apartment.

    Explanation:When a person is in a daze, he cannot think clearly. He is confused.

    Example :He was left in a daze when he learned the news.

    Vocabulary:Leaked (verb) - enter or escape as through a hole or crack

    Explode (verb) - To cause to release energy or burst violently and noisilyInjured (verb) - wounded, hurt

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    Dialog 21 : Dont take it out on me!

    A:You've been in such a bad mood all day and all you do is to criticize me.B: Of course not. Its not true.A: Oh yes it is. And I know why youre like that. Suzie told me this morning.B: What problem? What are you talking about?A: You caused the scratches of the new car. And youre blaming me.B: And so? It really wasnt my fault anyway.A: It isnt my fault either so don't take it out on me.

    Explanation:Take it out means treating someone badly because you are upset or angry, even though theyhave done nothing wrong

    Example:I know you've scorned by the director, but dont take it out on me!

    Vocabulary:Criticize (verb)-To cause to release energy or burst violently and noisilyScratch (noun)- a rough markTreat (verb)- to act or behave toward (a person) in some specified way

    Dialog 22 : Selling Like Hot Cakes

    A:Do you have the new Jennifer Lopezs CD?B: I think its sold out already. It's been selling like hot cakes.A:Really?B: Yes! It's very popular. We have no more stocks.A: When do you think you'll have the copies?B: More will be coming this afternoon.A: Perfect. Ill be here in the afternoon. I can't wait to get my hands on one.

    Explanation:If things are selling like hot cakes, people are buying a lot of them very fast.

    Example:

    The book has only just been published and copies are already selling like hot cakes in Europeand America.

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    Dialog 23 : Went like a clockwork

    A: I just dropped by to thank you for the wonderful party you organized.B: Youre welcome. I hope they enjoyed.A: They certainly did. Everything went like clockwork. In fact I don't think you could havedone it better.B: Thats very kind of you. But I know I could have done it better.

    Explanation:When something went like clockwork, it means that you didnt encounter problems.

    Example:The play went like clockwork, but there were a few little things that weren't good.

    Vocabulary:Drop by (verb) - To stop in for a short visit.Clockwork(noun) - any mechanism of geared wheels that is driven by a coiled spring;

    resembles the works of a mechanical clockOrganize (verb) - to arrange or prepare (something), usually requiring some time or effort

    Dialog 24 : Youve done a fantastic job

    A:I've just read your last monthly report.B: I hope you didn't find too much wrong with it.

    A: Oh no! you've done a fantastic job.B: Really?A: Yes, it is. The profiles are updated and the conclusions are well-thought of. I liked it.B: Thank you so much.

    Explanation:A Fantastic job means excellent work.

    Vocabulary:

    Fantastic (adjective)-wonderful, greatWell-thought of- highly regarded;regarded with respect or esteem or enjoying a good

    reputation

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    Dialog 25 : You look really chic!

    A: Where are you going?B: I'm going to the convention hall. The company organized a conference.A: I see. Whos coming?B: Delegates from France and the US will be coming over.A: Your clothes really look good on you. You look really chic.B:Thank you. I want to look my best for the foreign guests.

    Explanation:Chic means fashionable.

    Example:

    She looks very regal and chic in her new outfit.

    Dialog 26 : Its a cross

    A: Have you seen Annas new dog?B: Yes I have but dont know what breed it is.A: Oh yeah. Its really very hard to recognize. I think thats a mongrel.B: Ah, thats why. Whats the hybrid?A: I thinkit's a cross between a collie and a poodle.B: If that's the case it should be a very good-natured dog.

    Explanation:Cross-mixing of breeds

    Example:Ha! It was a cross between a laugh and a bark.

    Vocabulary:Breed (noun)-class, familyHybrid (noun)- result of mixing elements: something made up of a mixture of different

    aspects or componentsBark(noun) - The harsh sound uttered by a dog; A sound, such as a cough, that is similar to a

    dog's bark.

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    Dialog 27 : Kittens are always playful

    A: Look at your little sister playing with the kitten.B: Yes, she really enjoys playing with that ball.A: Kittens are always playful, aren't they?B: Yeah. I think so, too.A: But they lose their playfulness when they grow older.

    Explanation:A playful animal is lively and cheerful.

    Example:

    I want a playful puppy for a pet.

    Vocabulary:Kitten (noun) - young or baby catLively (adjective)- full of energy; activePuppy (noun)-young or baby dog

    Dialog 28 : Its very attached to him

    A: I'm sorry that the dog is barking like crazy.

    B: Why is he like that?A: Well it's just spotted a stranger outside the gate. Hes always like that with strangers.B: Do you ever let him out of the doghouse?A: Sometimes when my brother walks with him in the garden. It's very attached to him. He

    behaves when my brothers around.B: Would you ever let it out?A: Oh no, I dont like to be bitten.

    Explanation:If you are attached to someone or something, you are very fond of them.

    Example:She is very attached to her family and friends.

    Vocabulary:Stranger (noun) - unfamiliar person: somebody whom somebody else does not knowAttached (adjective) - devoted: devoted to or fond of somebody or something

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    Dialog 29 : Walk your dog

    A: Why is your dog like that? Hes whimpering and looking at you intently?B: He wants something from me. Hes been like that since this morning.A: What do you think he wants?B: He wants me to take him for a walk.A: Are you going to?B: Yes, but Im pretending I dont notice.A: Do you take him out every day?B: Definitely. You have to walk a dog every day because it needs the exercise to stay healthy.

    Explanation:If you walk your dog, you take it for a walk in order to keep it healthy.

    Example:He walks his dog in his free time.

    Vocabulary;Whimper (verb) - to make repeated weak plaintive crying or whining sounds of pain, distress,

    or fearIntently (adverb) - with fixed attention: having full attention or effort concentrated or focused

    on one thingPretend (verb) - to make believe that something is the case or that you are doing something by

    using your imagination or acting skills

    Dialog 30 : We had to have our cat put to sleep.

    A: What's your problem? Have you been crying?B: Yeah, I just came from the vet.A: What happened?B: We had to have our cat put to sleep. The vet said he had a tumor. It cannot be cured

    already. Hes been with us for 5 years already. He really was like one of the family. Im sodistressed.

    Explanation:

    If a sick or injured animal is put to sleep, it is painlessly killed by a vet.

    Example:Chloe is an old, sick cat, and I think we may have to put her to sleep.

    Vocabulary:Vet (noun) - veterinarian; somebody trained and qualified in the medical treatment of animalsTumor (noun)- an unusual swelling in or on the bodyDistressed (adjective)- very upset

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    Dialog 31 : Thats my aim!

    A:I'm so lucky today.B: Why? Have you won the lottery?A: Oh, I wish. But its not that. I've got a free weekly riding lesson at the riding stables in town.B: Wow, thats nice. I know you love horses. How did you get that?A: I offered to clean the stables and to help groom the horses for three hours every week.B: Good. If youll be able to keep the deal going, it wont be long and youll be an

    accomplished horseman.A: That's my aim.

    Explanation:An aim is something intended or desired to be attained by one's efforts

    Example:Im sure hell be able to attain his aim because hes hardworking.

    Vocabulary:Stable (noun) - a building in which horses, and sometimes other large types of livestock, are

    keptGroom (verb) - to clean and brush or comb an animalAccomplish (verb) - to carry out or complete something successfully

    Dialog 32 : To be neutered

    A: Can I see the new puppies?B: Sure. Theyre over there in the basket.A: There are six! They look so cute!B: Yes, they're only a few hours old and their eyes haven't opened yet.A: Is this the mothers first litter?B: No, its her third time already.A: Do you want to have more cats in the future?B: No, we'll be taking her to the vet to be neutered as soon as she has recovered from the birth.

    Explanation:

    When an animal is neutered, its reproductive organs are removed.

    Example:We just have our dog neutered. We dont want more puppies.

    Vocabulary:Litter (noun)- a group of young animals born at the same time from the same motherOrgan (noun)-body part

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    Dialog 33 : She is impossible to please

    A: My head is aching. I had a terrible day.B: Why, what happened?A: One customer came here and said that she wanted to buy a new pair of shoes.B: Did she buy?A: No, she didnt. And she was complaining the whole time she was there. She was trying all

    the shoes we have in the shop.B: I'd say she was impossible to please.

    Explanation:When somebody is impossible to please, he ishard to satisfy.

    Vocabulary:Please (verb) - to give pleasure or satisfaction to somebodyComplain (verb)- to express discontent or unhappiness about a situation

    Dialog 34 : I haggled him down to $25!

    A: I like your new sweater. It looks really fashionable. Where did you get it?B: Thanks. I bought it in the market last week.A: How much is it?

    B: Not as much as the seller asked for. Hes saying its worth $40.A: Its almost the prices in the mall.B: Yeah. But I haggled him down to $25.

    Explanation:If you haggle, you argue over something such as a price or contract in order to reach anagreement.

    Example:Martha showed her the best places to buy antiques, and taught her how to haggle with usedfurniture dealers.

    Vocabulary:Antique (noun) - a collectible decorative or household object that is valued because of its age

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    Dialog 35 : On thirty days free trial

    A: Why are you talking to your new computer? Are you insane?B: Of course not. Im trying out some new speech recognition software.A: Really? How does it work?B: Its easy. I just talk and my words will appear on the screen. Isnt that amazing?A: I think thats software is expensive.B: It is, but I havent paid it yet.A: How come?B: I've got it on thirty days' free trial. If I'm not satisfied with it, I can return it free of chargeas long as I do so within 30 days.

    Vocabulary:

    Insane (adjective) - showing a complete lack of reason; crazyRecognition (noun) - showing a complete lack of reasonSoftware (noun) - programs and applications that can be run on a computer systemTrial (noun) - a test or experiment to determine the quality, safety, performance, usefulness, or

    public acceptance of something

    Dialog 36 : Got them in my size?

    A: Excuse me, can you help me find the ladies wear section please?B: Sure. No problem.

    A: Oh, I found the shirt Ive been looking for. Have you got them in my size? Im size 9.B: Ill just go and find it Im sorry. The size you want is temporarily out of stock.A: Oh. How disappointing! When will you have new stocks?B: Theyll deliver it on Wednesday.

    Vocabulary:Disappointing (adjective) -upsettingStock(noun) - a supply of goods for sale, kept on the premises by a store or business

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    Dialog 37 : My feet are killing me!

    A: You look exhausted. What are you doing these days/B: I cleaned the house.A: Really?B: Yeah. It took me all day.A: is there anything you want to do now?B: I just want to sit down somewhere and relax. My feet are killing me !

    Explanation:If you say that something is killing you, you mean that it is causing you physical or emotional

    pain.

    Dialog 38 : Youve been ripped off!

    A: What do you think of my skirt?B: It looks good on you. How much did it cost?A: $250.B: What? You could have got one from the market for $200. You've been ripped off!

    Explanation:

    If someone rips you off, they cheat you by charging you too much money for something or byselling you something that is faulty

    Example:

    Mobile phones can be a real rip-offif you're not careful.

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    Dialog 39 : What a bargain!

    A: Look what Ive got!B: Wow, thats the most stylish bag Ive ever seen. Where did you buy it?A: In Italy.B: How much is it? It must be very expensive?A: Actually, its not. I got for half price because the shop was having a clearance sale.B: What a bargain ! You'll have to take me with you next time.

    Explanation:A bargain is something offered or bought at less than the usual price.

    Example:

    Evening gowns are a bargain at this place.

    Vocabulary:Stylish (adjective) - fashionableClearance (noun) - asale of goods at reduced prices in order to clear stock

    Dialog 40 : A really useful right foot

    A: My brothers really keen on football.B: Really? What team does he support?A: Nothing in particular. When I say keen, I mean shes an avid player. She plays for the

    Samson High.B: Is she good?A: Well, she's scored ten goals so far this season. She's got a really useful right foot.B: Shes good. Ill go and see her next time.

    Vocabulary:Goal (noun) - the space or opening into which a ball must go to score points, usually a pair of

    posts with a crossbar and often a net