Episode 340 (mini)

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Episode 340 (mini)

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Dec 18, 2023

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Episode 340 of the Everybody ESL podcast is a mini episode that teaches you the useful phrase “When you get right down to it.” Send your questions about English and your comments and suggestions to EverybodyESL@gmail.com! (And let me know if you’d like to record the introduction to a future episode.)

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Dec 18, 2023

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The podcast for everybody who wants to improve their English, practice their English, or just learn more English. (Contact Ben with questions about English or private tutoring: EverybodyESL@gmail.com)

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