| Id | ESLPod_0883_WE_1441 |
|---|---|
| Episode Id | ESLPod 883 |
| Episode Title | Taking Care of a Willful Child |
| Phrase | stage |
| Text | In this podcast, the word "stage" means a period of development characterized by certain traits or behaviors: "It was really difficult to watch Uncle Kenny go through the later stages of Alzheimer's disease." When talking about the theater, the "stage" is the raised area where actors or musicians perform for an audience: "Vicky has a beautiful singing voice, but she is scared of performing on stage." The phrase "to set the stage for (something)" means to make preparations or get something ready: "This acquisition sets the stage for us to become the market leader." Finally, the phrase "to take center stage" means for something to become very important, so that everyone pays attention to it: "After the school shooting, the debate over gun control took center stage." |
| Topics | Daily Life | Relationships + Family |
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