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Mar 2015
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028 - 8 Very Confusing Verbs in English

SHAYNA OLIVEIRA
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The English language has a number of words that are very similar. These eight verbs in English seem like they are the same… but there are some small differences in their meanings and/or use. Listen to this lesson to make sure you don’t confuse them!

  • close & shut
  • start & begin
  • listen & hear
  • end & finish

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