| Id | ESLPod_0866_WE_1406 |
|---|---|
| Episode Id | ESLPod 866 |
| Episode Title | Using Renewable Energy |
| Phrase | to waste |
| Text | The verb "to waste," in this podcast, means to not use something fully, or to throw away or destroy something that could have been used by others for a particular purpose: "Why would anyone waste their money buying such an ugly painting?" The phrase "to waste (one's) breath" means to say something when the other person will not listen or pay attention: "Don't waste your breath telling Kevin about the dangers of smoking. He already knows it's bad for his health, but he'll never quit." Finally, the phrase "to be wasted on (someone)" describes a situation where one does not fully appreciate how good or useful something is: "Susan doesn't drink much wine, so don't serve your nicest bottle as it will just be wasted on her." |
| Topics | Home + Community | Transportation |
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