Id | ESLPod_0898_WE_1471 |
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Episode Id | ESLPod 898 |
Episode Title | People of Different Ages |
Phrase | to size up |
Text | In this podcast, the phrase "to size up" means to assess and evaluate someone or something, especially just by looking at the person or thing and especially when comparing or rating against others: "We went to watch the team play, just so we could size up their players before our match against them." Something that is "pint-sized" is very small, especially for children: "Oh, look, this dollhouse comes with a pint-sized piano." Or, "Look at those pint-sized six-year-old soccer players coming on to the field." Finally, something that is "bite-sized" can be placed in one's mouth without cutting or biting it: "Please cut the carrots and peppers into bite-sized pieces." |
Topics | About You | Travel |
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