Into the Story: True Stories, Better Communication

A Long Trip Home (Rebroadcast)


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Keena makes a long trip home after spending the summer in Greece. This episode originally aired April 2021.
Level:  upper intermediate
Accent: North American (Canada)
5 words and expressions in today's story:
- FANNY PACK: A small bag or pouch with a strap, typically worn around the waist, used for carrying personal items. In British English, it's known as a "bum bag." Example: "She kept her keys and phone in her fanny pack while hiking."
-STASH: A hidden or secret supply of something. Example: "She had a stash of snacks in her desk drawer for when get got hungry."

- TO GET RID OF SOMETHING: To dispose of something, eliminate, or remove. Example: "I need to get rid of these old clothes that no longer fit."
- TO PICK AT YOUR FOOD: To eat small amounts of food without much appetite or enthusiasm. Example: "When she's nervous, she tends to pick at her food rather than eating a full meal."

- TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF: To make the most of an opportunity or situation. Can be used positively or negatively. Example: "He decided to take advantage of the holiday to visit his family." / "She took advantage of his kindness to manipulate him."
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