| Id | ESLPod_0242_WE_0159 |
|---|---|
| Episode Id | ESLPod 242 |
| Episode Title | The Comedy Club |
| Phrase | stand-up |
| Text | In this podcast, the word "stand-up" means a type of comedy where one comedian speaks informally and talks directly to the audience: "If you're shy and you don't like speaking in public, you shouldn't be a stand-up comedian." A similar phrase, "to stand up for something or someone" means to support or defend something or someone: "It's important to stand up for what you believe in." The phrase "to stand somebody up" means to not meet someone who was expecting you: "Carina spent all afternoon getting ready for her date, but the guy stood her up and he didn't even call her to apologize." A "stand-up guy" is a trustworthy, reliable male friend: "Everybody likes Ben. He's a stand-up guy." |
| Topics | Entertainment + Sports |
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