Id | ESLPod_0911_WE_1497 |
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Episode Id | ESLPod 911 |
Episode Title | Correcting and Explaining in Conversation |
Phrase | left out |
Text | In this podcast, the phrase "left out" means to not be included in an activity or discussion: "Harry felt left out when he discovered that he was the only person in the office who wasn't invited to the party." The phrase "left over" describes a surplus, or something that remains and was not needed: "Wow, look at how much food is left over from the banquet!" The phrase "to leave off" means to omit or not include: "Why was Lila's name left off the list?" Finally, the phrase "to be left holding the bag" means to be the person who has to accept responsibility or blame for something, especially when other people were involved in the project or situation: "All the other investors changed their mind and Kenji was left holding the bag." |
Topics | Daily Life | Relationships + Family |
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