Id | ESLPod_0997_WE_1668 |
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Episode Id | ESLPod 997 |
Episode Title | Writing One's Memoirs |
Phrase | juicy |
Text | The word "juicy," in this podcast, means very interesting and possibly scandalous, designed to shock and intrigue people: "You won't believe the juicy piece of news I just heard about Rebecca!" The word "juicy" is normally used to describe a food that contains a lot of flavored liquid: "These oranges are really juicy." Or, "How do you cook juicy steaks?" When talking about work, a "juicy" assignment or role is a job that is enjoyable, high-paying, and impressive: "How did she get such a juicy overseas assignment after working here for only a few weeks?" Finally, when talking about money, the word "juicy" can mean involving a lot of money: "He negotiated for a juicy paycheck and a company car." |
Topics | About You |
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