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Mar 2021
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095 - Chats with Shana: 10 Must-Know Exp...

Shana Thompson
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In this Chats with Shana episode, you'll hear about some of the language mistakes I've made in foreign languages. You'll learn how to get yourself out of awkward situations in English by using common expressions!Want to take your learning further?  ⭐ ⁠Visit the website⁠ for more learning materials. You’ll also find the Academy there, where you can access bo ... Show More
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