| Id | ESLPod_0674_WE_1023 |
|---|---|
| Episode Id | ESLPod 674 |
| Episode Title | Threatening Other Countries |
| Phrase | to strike |
| Text | In this podcast, the verb "to strike" means to attack or to hit someone, or to send a bomb: "When the pilot made a mistake, the bomb struck a hospital instead of the military base." The phrase "to strike a match" means to move a match against a hard surface to create a fire: "Shannon tried to strike the match, but it was wet and wouldn't light." The phrase "to strike a deal" means to reach an agreement: "Let's strike a deal: I'll wash your car if you'll help me with my essay." Finally, the phrase "to strike a balance" means to spend the right amount of time or give the right amount of attention to two or more things: "Many people struggle to strike a balance between work and family." |
| Topics | Daily Life | Government + Law |
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