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Oct 2024
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#65 | Being Yourself (with Archy Jamjun)

Bree Aesie
About this episode

Growing up, Archy Jamjun didn't feel seen, until someone finally saw him for who he really was. 

Level: Advanced  

Accent: United States (Chicago)

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5 Words & Expressions in Today's Story:

- TO THROW DOWN THE GAUNTLET: To challenge or invite someone to compete or flight. "She threw down the gauntlet by saying she could win the competition."

- TO FLING: To throw or push something with force. "She flung her coat onto the chair." 

- TO BE ADEPT: To be good at doing something. "She is adept at solving math problems." 

- TO MAKE THE NEWSPAPERS: To be featured in the news or media, especially in newspapers. "The story made the front page of the newspapers."

- TO SHOWER SOMEONE WITH SOMETHING: To give someone a lot of presents, praise, or attention. "On her birthday, she was showered with gifts by her friends." 

Episode Links: 

-  Follow Archy Jamjun on Instagram @archyjam

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