Id | ESLPod_0992_WE_1658 |
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Episode Id | ESLPod 992 |
Episode Title | Loan Forgiveness Programs |
Phrase | to count down |
Text | The phrase "to count down," in this podcast, means to count backwards until an event happens as a way of marking how much longer one must continue to wait: "Sharon is counting down the days to her wedding." The phrase "to count on" means to rely on someone or something: "Remember, we're counting on you to finish that report on time." The phrase "to count (someone) in" means to include someone: "They were looking for volunteers, so I said, 'Count me in!'" Finally, the phrase "to count (something) out" means to count money one bill at a time while placing the bills on a table or another surface, especially while giving change: "The cashier counted out 17 one-dollar bills and thanked the customer." |
Topics | Business | Education |
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