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Jul 2025
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845 - Backyard Fun

Michael DiGiacomo Happy English
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1084 – How to Use “Mind” Naturally
Do you mind if I sit here? Would you mind closing the window? I don’t mind. Never mind. Keep that in mind. It slipped my mind. Mind is one of those small words that appears in a lot of everyday expressions, and the meaning changes depending on the situation. Sometimes it means th ... Show More
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1045 - OUR Sounds Like ARE - Speak Naturally in a Minute
Hey there! It’s Michael here — and welcome back to Speak Naturally in a Minute from Happy English. I’m here every week with a quick one-point lesson to help you improve your pronunciation, rhythm, and intonationToday, let’s talk about another small word that changes in natural Am ... Show More
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1083 – See, Watch, or Look? How to Use Them in Real Life
I saw Lisa at the station. We watched a movie last night. Look at this photo. Look, I understand what you’re saying. See, watch, and look are all connected to using our eyes, so it’s easy to mix them up. But there are some important differences. Sometimes something simply comes i ... Show More
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