| Id | ESLPod_0463_WE_0601 |
|---|---|
| Episode Id | ESLPod 463 |
| Episode Title | Washing the Car |
| Phrase | to polish |
| Text | In this podcast, the verb "to polish" means to rub something until it shines and reflects the light: "When was the last time you polished your shoes?" The verb "to polish" also means to refine, or to change something a little bit to make it even better: "She polished her speech by practicing in front of a mirror." The phrase "to polish up (something)" means to try to learn to do something better: "He's polishing up his violin-playing skills by practicing for one hour each day." Or, "What are you doing to polish up your English?" Finally, the phrase "to polish (something) off" means to finish some food very quickly: "Who polished off the rest of my pizza while I was in the other room?" |
| Topics | Transportation |
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