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ESLPod_0991_WE_1657 Describing Distances In this podcast, the phrase "a bit of a hike" means a moderately long distance covered by walking, or further than one would normally or comfortably walk: "The meeting is a bit of a hike, but if we hurry we should be able to get there on time." A "hike" is a long walk in a natural area: "Last weekend, we went on a beautiful hike to Multnomah Falls." The phrase "take a hike" is an informal and rude way to tell someone to leave: "We don't want you here. Take a hike." Finally, a "hike" is an increase in something, especially when talking about money: "How are local businesses responding to the tax hike?" Or, "The price hike is upsetting airline customers."

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ESLPod 991 hike Daily Life | Travel

Id	ESLPod_0991_WE_1657
Episode Id	ESLPod 991
Episode Title	Describing Distances
Phrase	hike
Text	In this podcast, the phrase "a bit of a hike" means a moderately long distance covered by walking, or further than one would normally or comfortably walk: "The meeting is a bit of a hike, but if we hurry we should be able to get there on time." A "hike" is a long walk in a natural area: "Last weekend, we went on a beautiful hike to Multnomah Falls." The phrase "take a hike" is an informal and rude way to tell someone to leave: "We don't want you here. Take a hike." Finally, a "hike" is an increase in something, especially when talking about money: "How are local businesses responding to the tax hike?" Or, "The price hike is upsetting airline customers."
Topics	Daily Life \| Travel

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