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Idiom Academy | The Silent Treatment & The Cold Shoulder

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Powered by RedCircle Become a monthly subscriber for just $1.99 per month and receive an additional two to three episodes per week! https://app.redcircle.com/shows/9472af5c-8580-45e1-b0dd-ff211db08a90/exclusive-content In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Jack explains the meanings of the expressions the silent treatment and the cold shoulder. The terms “silent treatment” and “cold shoulder” are often used […]

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Idiom Academy | Nuttier than a Fruitcake and Jumping Out of the Frying Pan and Into the Fire

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Powered by RedCircle In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Jack explains the meanings of two idioms: “As nutty as a fruitcake”: This idiom means extremely eccentric, strange, or irrational. Fruitcakes are often considered bizarre due to their dense texture and mix of various fruits and nuts. Therefore, comparing someone or something

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Idiom Academy: Fit as a Fiddle, A Blessing in Disguise, and A Watched Pot Never Boils

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Powered by RedCircle In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Xochitl and Jack explain the meanings of the following three idioms: Fit as a fiddle: In excellent physical condition. Blessing in disguise: Something that initially seems bad but turns out to be good. A watched pot never boils: Time seems to move

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Idiom Academy | Speak of the Devil, Go Down the Rabbit Hole, and Burn One’s Bridges

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Powered by RedCircle “Speak of the devil” Meaning: When someone mentioned in conversation unexpectedly appears. Example: “I was just talking about Sarah, and speak of the devil, there she is!” “Go down the rabbit hole” Meaning: To delve deeply into a complex or intricate subject or activity, often to the point of losing track of

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Idiom Academy | Curiosity killed the cat, Call it a day, Break the bank

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Powered by RedCircle In this episode of The A to Z English Podcast, Xochitl and Jack explain the meanings of the following idioms: ‘ Idiom Academy: Curiosity killed the cat: A warning that excessive curiosity or prying into others’ affairs can lead to trouble or harm. Example: I wouldn’t ask too many questions about their

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