Id | ESLPod_0675_WE_1024 |
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Episode Id | ESLPod 675 |
Episode Title | Having Furniture Delivered |
Phrase | window |
Text | The word "window," in this podcast, means a period of time during which something will happen: "The post office gave us a three-day window for when the package will be delivered." The phrase "a window of opportunity" refers to a short period of time when something can be done: "When Cambria's boss went on vacation, it was her window of opportunity to show the vice-president that she was capable of managing the department." When talking about computers, the word "window" refers to one rectangular box that appears on the screen where one can do work or view information: "I usually have three windows open on my computer: my email, a word processor, and a spreadsheet." "Finally, the phrase "a window on the world" is something that lets people learn what is happening in other parts of the world: "These radio news programs are my window on the world." |
Topics | Home + Community | Shopping |
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