| Id | ESLPod_0653_WE_0980 |
|---|---|
| Episode Id | ESLPod 653 |
| Episode Title | Reading Product Reviews |
| Phrase | to read up on (something) |
| Text | The phrase "to read up on (something)," in this podcast, means to read a lot of information to learn about something before seeing it or experiencing it: "Don't you think you should read up on plumbing before you try to replace your kitchen sink?" The phrase "to read into (something)" means to interpret something as if it had more meaning than it actually does: "I was only trying to be friendly when I asked her to join me for dinner. I hope she doesn't read into it and think I was asking her out on a date." Finally, the phrase "to read something (over)" means to review a document, especially to look for errors: "Would you mind reading over this report before I give it to my boss?" |
| Topics | Shopping |
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