| Id | ESLPod_0870_WE_1414 |
|---|---|
| Episode Id | ESLPod 870 |
| Episode Title | Using Caffeine as a Stimulant |
| Phrase | wired |
| Text | The word "wired," in this podcast, means with a lot of nervous energy and excitement, unable to fully control one's actions and words: "After sitting on the plane for 13 hours, the kids were wired and couldn't stop running around the airport." The word "wired" also describes someone who is connected to the Internet and uses a lot of devices to remain connected with others at all times: "Ned is completely wired. He always carries his laptop, tablet computer, smart phone, MP3 player, and digital camera wherever he goes." Finally, when talking about a room, "wired" means having all the connections and cables needed to do something: "Every room in their house has been wired for speakers that are connected to a central stereo system." |
| Topics | Health + Medicine |
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