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Dec 2019
21m 22s

042 - Expression: To Drop the Ball / Why...

Shana Thompson
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In this episode of the podcast, I'll teach you how to use the expression TO DROP THE BALL like a native speaker from the United States. The fun fact of the day answers the question WHY DO WE DROP A BALL AT TIMES SQUARE ON NEW YEARS? Season 1 - Bonus Material for Episodes 001 - 050 (formerly called "the Classroom") Premium Content: Get ALL PREMIUM CONTENT F ... Show More
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