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What is killing American tourists in the Dominican Republic? | Learn how to use 'can't help but...'

07.04.2019 - By Plain EnglishPlay

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" Nine American tourists have died so far this year while vacationing in the Dominican Republic, including several people who got sick and died after drinking alcohol. Authorities now suspect that counterfeit liquor may be responsible for some of the deaths, while local tourism officials scramble to save the Caribbean island's reputation. Plus, learn how to use the phrase ""can't help but."" Read the full transcript of this episode at http://www.plainenglish.com/169      Transcripts are always free and available now! ¿Hablas español? Você fala português? Parles-tu français? 你会说中文吗?日本語を話せますか? The episode transcripts include instant translations from English to Spanish, Portuguese, French, Chinese, Italian and Japanese. Hover over or tap a highlighted word for the translation. Connect with Jeff on Twitter (@PlainEnglishPod) and Facebook (PlainEnglishPod). Or e-mail [email protected] **NEW** Connect with us on WhatsApp! Send a message to +1 312 967-8757 and add us to your contacts to receive messages from Jeff and JR! If you like the program, please leave a review or rating wherever you listen. It will help others discover the program. Never miss an episode! Sign up to receive updates from Plain English at http://www.plainenglish.com/mail  Subscribers get exclusive links for further reading and additional practice with common English words and phrases. Learn English the fun way: with a podcast in English! Listen to an American English podcast that you enjoy and understand -- all at a slower speed than normal. | Aprende inglés gratis en línea con nuestro curso. Se habla a una velocidad lenta para que todos entiendan. ¡Aprende ingles con nosotros ahora! | Aprenda Inglês online grátis com o Plain English, a uma velocidade menor, para que todos possam entender. "

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