English Idiom

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These 3 words often confuse people when they go to use them. In this episode, you will learn their differences, pronunciations, and how to get them confused again. 

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An expression that means you say something without preparing first. Learn it here.[Image: Getty]For more great language tips and programmes visit bbclearningenglish.comFind a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at: https://www.bbc.co ... Show More

Here's an expression that describes something solving a problem.(Image: Getty)TRANSCRIPT Find a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the-english-we-speak_2024/ep-240429.FIND B ... Show More

Learn an informal expression about doing things without planning. 

Here's an expression that means you can do something without having to think about it, because it's so familiar to you. [Image: Getty] For more great language tips and programmes visit bbclearningenglish.com Find a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you ... Show More

An expression for when you make spontaneous life decisions for entertainment. TRANSCRIPT Find a full transcript for this episode ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the-english-we-speak_2025/ep-250407FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE: Visit our website ✔️ https ... Show More

An expression meaning you're managing OK even if you don't have a plan. Learn it here.TRANSCRIPT Find a full transcript for this episode ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the-english-we-speak_2025/ep-250901Subscribe to our newsletter ✔️ https://www.bbc.co. ... Show More

Learn the meaning of the idiom "by the seat of your pants" and how to confidently use it to describe improvisation and instinctual action. Find the full transcript of this episode and learn more about it on https://englishpluspodcast.com/by-the-seat-of-your-pants/ Unlock a world ... Show More

Here's an expression you can use when you're in a desperate situation. [Image: Getty] Find a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the-english-we-speak_2024/ep-240902 FIND BBC ... Show More

Today’s expression and dialog: Do up (something) Is it cold outside? Yes. Be sure to do up your jacket. Okay. Where’s my hat? In your pocket! Please subscribe on iTunes and get this podcast EVERY DAY! Our sponsors: www.letsmasterenglish.com/tryddm www.letsmasterenglish.com/gramma ... Show More

An expression meaning something exciting like a song or TV show is released. Learn it here.Subscribe to our newsletter ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/newslettersTRANSCRIPT Find a full transcript for this episode ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/features/the-engl ... Show More