Id | ESLPod_0553_WE_0780 |
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Episode Id | ESLPod 553 |
Episode Title | A Homeowners' Association |
Phrase | dues |
Text | The word "dues," in this podcast, means money that one must pay to be part of an organization, usually paid monthly or quarterly: "Philippe wants to join the community band, but he doesn't have enough money to pay the dues." The phrase "due to" means "because of": "The game was cancelled due to rain." When something is "due," it must be submitted or returned by a particular date and time: "Do you know when our history essays are due?" Or, "Library books are due three weeks after you check them out." As an adjective, "due" means something that is owed to a person or should be given to a person: "With all due respect, I have to disagree with you." |
Topics | Home + Community |
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