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Nov 2024
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#67 | Learning on the Job (with Nikki Ri...

Bree Aesie
About this episode

When Nikki started her career in human rights, she found herself adapting to a job that required a lot more than she expected. 

Level: Upper Intermediate  

Accent: Canada (Calgary)

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5 Words & Expressions in Today's Story:

- BLASTING (MUSIC/AIR-CONDITIONING): Playing music or running air-conditioning at a very high volume or strength. "They had the music blasting at the party."

- TO CRAM INTO: To fit many people or things into a small space. "We all crammed into the car for the road trip."

- TO BLEND IN: To look or act like the people or things around you, so you are not noticed. "The animal’s fur helped it blend in with its surroundings."

- TUNNEL VISION: Focusing on one thing and ignoring everything else around you. "He had tunnel vision while studying, ignoring his friends."

- TO SHRUG: To lift your shoulders slightly to show you don’t know or don’t care. "She shrugged when asked about her plans."

Episode Links: 

- To learn more about the work that Nikki does, visit Inter Pares 

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