| Id | ESLPod_1232_WE_2137 |
|---|---|
| Episode Id | ESLPod 1232 |
| Episode Title | Intimidating a Coworker |
| Phrase | to pack it in |
| Text | In this podcast, the phrase "to pack it in" means to stop what one is doing or to give up: "This isn't working. Let's pack it in and try again tomorrow." The phrase "to pack up means to put something into boxes for storage or sale: "It's going to take hours to pack up these books." The phrase "to pack on the pounds" means to gain a lot of weight very quickly: "When Isaac broke his leg and couldn't exercise for a few weeks, he really packed on the pounds." The phrase "to pack a punch" means to have a strong, significant impact or effect: "Wow, that drink really packs a punch!" Or, "His critical comments really packed a punch." Finally, the phrase "to pack a gun" means to carry a gun: "Do police officers pack a gun all the time?" |
| Topics | Business |
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