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🐱‍🚀 This proverb is an adaptation of the popular saying, "a watched pot never boils."

While patience is a virtue, there can be consequences to neglecting the situation altogether.

It reminds us to find a balance between patience and responsibility.

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These differences are apparent in American and British English, with further distinctions in regional accents.

Vocabulary:
- American English (AE): Truck
- British English (BE): Lorry

Spelling:
- AE: Color
- BE: Colour
Pronunciation:
- AE: Schedule ('sked-jool')
- BE: Schedule

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C’mon, let’s see the smart ones.

Let’s see your sentences in the comment box. 👇

#engagement #sentencemaking #sentencesoftheday

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🌍 Word of the Day 🏅

Precedent – An act, decision, or case that sets a guide or example for future situations.

Example: This year’s Olympics set a strong precedent for sustainability in future events! 🌱

Write your own sentence using the word 'precedent' in the comments! ⬇️

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🎾 Word of the Day 🎾

Amateur – A person who participates in an activity for pleasure, not for financial gain or professional reasons.

Example: Jean’s dedication at the amateur level set the stage for her pro tennis career! 🏆

Write your own sentence using the word 'amateur'.

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Using the first letter of your name, tell me something that makes you happy! 😄

Let’s get creative! Drop your answers below! 💬👇

#EngagementQuotes #TellMeSomething #WhatMakesYouHappy

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"Throw a curveball" comes from baseball, where the pitch is tricky to hit because it doesn't follow a straight path.

In life, it means getting caught off guard by something unexpected. Like batters need quick reflexes, we must stay sharp for life's surprises! 💡

#IdiomOfTheDay

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📚 The English language has adopted many words from literary works! ✍️

From #Shakespeare to Tolkien, authors have shaped how we speak today. Now you know—you're not the only one who’s ever struggled to find the perfect word! 😉

Which words would you like to see added?🤣⬇️

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📚 Word of the Day: Feat 💪

Meaning: A noteworthy or extraordinary act or achievement, usually displaying boldness, skill, or endurance.

Example: "Finishing a marathon is a feat of human endurance." 🏆

Write a sentence using the word feat in the comment section! ⬇️

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Proverb of the Day:

🔧 "The squeaky wheel gets the grease." 🛠️

Just like machines signal when they need maintenance, we should speak up when something needs attention— health, career, or relationships.

What are your thoughts? 🤔

#ProverbOfTheDay #SpeakUp

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📚 Word of the Day: Epitome 📚

Epitome - A person or thing that is the perfect example of a particular quality or type.

Example: "She's the epitome of speed—her shadow can barely keep up!"

Write your sentence using the word epitome in the comments! 💬👇

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🔬 Word of the Day: Synthetic 🌱

📚 Example: His synthetic charm was like a plastic plant—impressive but useless up close.

Write a sentence using the word ‘synthetic’ in the comment section! 👇

*Definitions from Oxford Languages

#WordOfTheDay #Synthetic #LearnEnglish

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🚫 Word of the Day: Adulterate 🧪

Example: I’ll stop sharing rumors with you if you continue to adulterate the gist with facts.

Write a sentence using the word ‘adulterate’ in the comment section! 👇

*Definitions from Oxford Languages

#WordOfTheDay #Adulterate #LearnEnglish

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🗺️ Word of the Day: Itinerary ✈️

📚 Example: I would have known that Ghent and Genk are different cities if I had a detailed travel itinerary.

Write a sentence using the word ‘itinerary’ in the comment section! 👇

*Definitions from Oxford Languages

#WordOfTheDay #Itinerary

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The phrase “variety is the spice of life” was first seen in William Cowper’s 1785 poem The Task: “Variety is the very spice of life, that gives it all its flavor.”

Just as spices add flavor to food, variety adds excitement to life.

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We all know at least one person who acts or thinks contrary to what is generally accepted. That’s what it means to go against the grain. This phrase likely comes from woodworking, where cutting or sanding against the grain of the wood is more difficult n goes against the natural.

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"Carpe diem. Seize the day, boys. Make your lives extraordinary." - John Keating (Robin Williams), Dead Poets Society 🎬

This iconic phrase from Roman poet Horace means "seize the day." John Keating's message encourages individuality, non-conformity, and living passionately.

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✈️ Word of the Day: Souvenir 🎁

Example: The airport is the worst place to buy a trip souvenir.

Write a sentence using the word ‘souvenir’ in the comment section! 👇

*Definitions from Oxford Languages

#WordOfTheDay #Souvenir #LearnEnglish

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📝Meet the “unrhymables!” 📚

These words don’t have perfect rhymes in the English language. You generally don’t find these words in poems or songs that require rhyming. However, with a little creativity, you can still find near rhymes to work around these problematic words.