Id | ESLPod_1077_WE_1828 |
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Episode Id | ESLPod 1077 |
Episode Title | Buying Travel Insurance |
Phrase | loss |
Text | The word "loss," in this podcast, means money that one loses, or money lost by a business or organization: "In the first years of business, they had losses of almost $80,000." The word "loss" can also refer to the death of someone: "We're so sorry for your loss." Or, "She was devastated by the loss of her child." In general, the word "loss" refers to the absence of something that one used to have: "Loss of appetite can be a side effect of this medication." Or, "If a student shows a sudden loss of interest in school, it could be a sign of problems at home." Finally, the phrase "to be at a loss" means to be confused or overwhelmed and not know what to do next: "We were at a loss about how to react to the announcement." |
Topics | Business |
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