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France’s Prime Minister just threw in the towel after only 28 days in office — the third one to step down in less than a year. Once again, President Macron is up a creek without a paddle, trying to manage a government that can’t see eye to eye or get on the same page about how to fix France’s massive debt crisis.
In this episode of Phrasal Verb News, Grant breaks down the story and teaches 5 useful expressions you can use in business, politics, and everyday life:
📘 Vocabulary You’ll Learn:
1️⃣ Throw in the towel – to give up or admit defeat.
2️⃣ See eye to eye / Get on the same page – to agree with someone.
3️⃣ Up a creek without a paddle – to be stuck in a difficult situation.
4️⃣ Last-ditch effort – a final, desperate attempt.
5️⃣ Step down – to resign or leave a position.
Each phrase includes:
✅ Real-life examples from the story
✅ Business English examples
✅ Spanish translations and practice questions
🎙️ Learn real English through real news with Phrasal Verb News — the show that helps you speak naturally, sound professional, and stay informed.
☕ Support the show: buymeacoffee.com/businessasusualenglish
By Grant WoltersFrance’s Prime Minister just threw in the towel after only 28 days in office — the third one to step down in less than a year. Once again, President Macron is up a creek without a paddle, trying to manage a government that can’t see eye to eye or get on the same page about how to fix France’s massive debt crisis.
In this episode of Phrasal Verb News, Grant breaks down the story and teaches 5 useful expressions you can use in business, politics, and everyday life:
📘 Vocabulary You’ll Learn:
1️⃣ Throw in the towel – to give up or admit defeat.
2️⃣ See eye to eye / Get on the same page – to agree with someone.
3️⃣ Up a creek without a paddle – to be stuck in a difficult situation.
4️⃣ Last-ditch effort – a final, desperate attempt.
5️⃣ Step down – to resign or leave a position.
Each phrase includes:
✅ Real-life examples from the story
✅ Business English examples
✅ Spanish translations and practice questions
🎙️ Learn real English through real news with Phrasal Verb News — the show that helps you speak naturally, sound professional, and stay informed.
☕ Support the show: buymeacoffee.com/businessasusualenglish