In this episode, Christina and Fluency Club Leader Matthew talk about useful English vocabulary of the week: Putting out fires: Dealing with urgent or unexpected problems or crises that arise suddenly, often requiring immediate attention and action to prevent further damage or escalation.To block out time means to allocate a specific period of time in one's schedule for a particular activity or task. Do you want more vocabulary resources and live conversation practice?Join the Faste...

[Part 2- Vocabulary] How do you find time for important things?

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[Part 2- Vocabulary] How do you find time for important things?

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